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R2 MWJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

125,943 mi
Last recorded125,943 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 MWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 125,943 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Sep 2026 125,943 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2025 123,437 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 118,030 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 113,764 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 108,147 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 101,097 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 96,759 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 92,234 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 87,439 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 81,177 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 81,158 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulge on inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner/outer edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 72,442 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 63,328 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge wear,1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 53,883 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f bumper/lower spoiler damaged

Pass 25 Sep 2013 45,177 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 35,111 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,708 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 27,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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R2 MWJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R2 MWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R2 MWJ registered?

R2 MWJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is R2 MWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 MWJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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