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RE08 TLF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,344 mi
Last recorded51,344 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 TLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 51,344 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 49,713 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 48,365 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 46,310 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 44,828 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 44,018 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 41,308 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 39,288 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 37,071 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 32,256 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 27,765 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 23,993 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 21,372 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 17,664 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 12,606 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 TLF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,498cc petrol 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 RE08 TLF, 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 TLF?

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What year was RE08 TLF registered?

RE08 TLF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is RE08 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 TLF 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.

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