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RF08 FNS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

208,412 mi
Last recorded208,412 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 FNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 208,412 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 208,412 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2019 178,865 miles

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 28 Apr 2018 149,123 miles

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Fail 28 Apr 2018 149,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps N/S NUMBERPLATE LIGHT (1.1.C.1a)

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 24 Apr 2017 129,520 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 111,486 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 100,173 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 90,034 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 79,742 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 75,976 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 75,976 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 68,366 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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RF08 FNS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RF08 FNS, 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 RF08 FNS registered?

RF08 FNS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is RF08 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 FNS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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