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RV08 MXB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

81,415 mi
Last recorded81,415 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 MXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 81,415 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 80,725 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 79,636 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2023 78,538 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 77,109 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 76,140 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 74,665 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 73,456 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 73,027 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 70,548 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 63,225 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 56,734 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 49,421 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 20 Feb 2014 49,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Mar 2013 41,073 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 35,221 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2011 26,617 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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RV08 MXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RV08 MXB, 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 RV08 MXB registered?

RV08 MXB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RV08 MXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 MXB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV08 MXB have outstanding finance?

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