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SAR 333L

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

106,525 mi
Last recorded106,525 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAR 333L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 106,525 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 1 May 2025 106,304 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2024 99,650 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 95,059 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 88,745 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 83,336 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 79,645 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 75,212 miles

Covers and shields fitted

Pass 9 May 2018 68,708 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 61,243 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 53,158 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 43,233 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 34,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 34,844 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 27,752 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 22,179 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 16,754 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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SAR 333L is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SAR 333L, 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 SAR 333L registered?

SAR 333L is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is SAR 333L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAR 333L shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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