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RE08 TKY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

183,563 mi
Last recorded183,563 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 TKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 183,563 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 183,562 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 175,563 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 165,051 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 165,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 154,650 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 144,026 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 144,026 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 125,561 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 125,561 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 112,531 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 112,531 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 100,658 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 82,828 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 69,562 miles

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 18 Mar 2013 56,525 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 41,554 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 31,827 miles

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

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

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

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 TKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TKY, 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 RE08 TKY?

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What year was RE08 TKY registered?

RE08 TKY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is RE08 TKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 TKY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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