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S8 RSH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,335 mi
Last recorded32,335 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 RSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2024 32,335 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 30,832 miles

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2022 26,963 miles

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2021 26,490 miles

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2020 25,865 miles

engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2020 25,326 miles

sill & engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of those areas

Pass 16 Aug 2018 22,012 miles

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

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

engine and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Jul 2017 19,259 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 16,550 miles

emission to low to record

Pass 1 Aug 2015 15,486 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 12,754 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 11,602 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,585 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 5,681 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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S8 RSH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 S8 RSH, 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 S8 RSH registered?

S8 RSH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is S8 RSH safe to buy?

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