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RA08 TDV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,405 mi
Last recorded104,405 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 TDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 104,405 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 91,117 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 76,022 miles

Front tyres : deteriorated / shoulders scrubbed.

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

Offside Rear Tyre : inner shoulder scrubbed.

Wiper blades deteriorated.

Fail 23 Oct 2015 76,022 miles

Front tyres : deteriorated / shoulders scrubbed.

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre : inner shoulder scrubbed.

Wiper blades deteriorated.

Pass 27 Oct 2014 61,311 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 48,788 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 38,519 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 21,870 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 20,688 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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RA08 TDV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RA08 TDV, 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

How do I check the history of RA08 TDV?

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What year was RA08 TDV registered?

RA08 TDV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is RA08 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 TDV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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