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S14 AMK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

156,873 mi
Last recorded156,873 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS14 AMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 156,873 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 151,110 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 142,129 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 132,507 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2022 132,507 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2021 121,194 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 112,220 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 104,621 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2017 104,596 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 95,157 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 95,157 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 87,112 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 77,503 miles

damage to nearside rear quater

Pass 2 Aug 2012 61,445 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 50,635 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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S14 AMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S14 AMK, 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 S14 AMK registered?

S14 AMK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is S14 AMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S14 AMK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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