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R33 FBB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

153,408 mi
Last recorded153,408 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR33 FBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 153,408 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 132,226 miles

chip in screen

Pass 27 Jul 2023 127,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

chip in screen

Pass 28 Jul 2022 120,559 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 28 Jul 2022 120,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Aug 2021 114,352 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 105,774 miles

park brake only just up to spec

Fail 3 Aug 2020 105,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

park brake only just up to spec

Pass 16 Aug 2019 101,204 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 100,059 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes in front of nearside rear arch (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & offside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 90,624 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 78,056 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2015 64,145 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall has slightly cracks

Fail 10 Mar 2015 64,067 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall has slightly cracks

Pass 3 Jun 2013 48,532 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Sep 2012 41,305 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,376 miles

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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R33 FBB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R33 FBB, 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.

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What year was R33 FBB registered?

R33 FBB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is R33 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R33 FBB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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