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RY08 VHA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,921 mi
Last recorded95,921 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY08 VHA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2023 95,921 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 146,873 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 89,341 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 87,551 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 138,554 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 83,097 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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RY08 VHA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 RY08 VHA, 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 RY08 VHA?

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What year was RY08 VHA registered?

RY08 VHA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is RY08 VHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY08 VHA shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RY08 VHA have outstanding finance?

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