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RE08 RYN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

120,240 mi
Last recorded120,240 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 RYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 120,240 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 112,936 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 103,901 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroding (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 103,249 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 99,667 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2017 97,241 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake binding slightly

Fail 20 Feb 2017 97,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear parking brake binding slightly

Pass 22 Feb 2016 87,897 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 74,636 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 66,805 miles

Engine M.I.L Illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2013 52,141 miles

Damage to o/s front tyre outer wall.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre inner wall cut/split.

Pass 23 Jan 2012 42,960 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 38,283 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 38,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 RYN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RYN, 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 RE08 RYN registered?

RE08 RYN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is RE08 RYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 RYN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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