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RAM 509

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,465 mi
Last recorded49,465 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAM 509
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2026 49,465 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 47,482 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 46,555 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 44,037 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 42,823 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 41,164 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 38,065 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 34,954 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 31,909 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 28,771 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 26,074 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 20,436 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 15,507 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 12,414 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 8,961 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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RAM 509 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RAM 509, 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 RAM 509?

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What year was RAM 509 registered?

RAM 509 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is RAM 509 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAM 509 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAM 509 have outstanding finance?

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