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R88 DMS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

165,944 mi
Last recorded165,944 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 DMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 165,944 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 157,798 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 148,171 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 141,548 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 125,588 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 117,063 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 104,644 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 87,260 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 70,280 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 63,913 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,646 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 52,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler cap strap broken

Fail 15 Sep 2014 52,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel filler cap strap broken

Pass 11 Sep 2013 48,054 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 48,054 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 42,126 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 35,233 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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R88 DMS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R88 DMS, 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 R88 DMS registered?

R88 DMS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is R88 DMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 DMS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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