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RE08 NBZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

161,838 mi
Last recorded161,838 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 NBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 161,838 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2020 154,845 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 137,616 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 120,909 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 110,402 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 108,112 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 99,380 miles

both rear tyres wearing close to legal limits 3mm

rear differential has an oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2014 87,774 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 74,944 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 64,182 miles

front wipers worn advise

o/s/front tyre feathered to near limits

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Fail 2 Apr 2012 64,182 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

front wipers worn advise

o/s/front tyre feathered to near limits

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 29 Mar 2011 49,464 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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RE08 NBZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RE08 NBZ, 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 RE08 NBZ registered?

RE08 NBZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is RE08 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 NBZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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