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S3 FRJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

126,566 mi
Last recorded126,566 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 FRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 126,566 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 118,442 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 111,754 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 105,246 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 97,518 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 91,892 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2019 82,009 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 75,925 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 68,589 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 63,778 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 59,093 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 59,093 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 46,604 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 39,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 32,661 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 21,314 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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S3 FRJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S3 FRJ, 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 S3 FRJ registered?

S3 FRJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is S3 FRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 FRJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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