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SC08 UKB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

136,486 mi
Last recorded136,486 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 UKB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 136,486 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2026 136,486 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 218,216 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2025 218,216 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 216,333 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 215,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from caliper flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 215,027 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested leaking from brake pipe - no constant pressure (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system from caliper flexi to rigid pipe- rigid pipe fractured due to corrosion (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from caliper flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 132,857 miles

Engine undercovers fitted.

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 129,336 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2021 129,336 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Nearside & Offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 122,155 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 106,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 92,041 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 83,157 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 73,697 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 30 Jan 2015 73,697 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 62,330 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 50,274 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 50,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 39,984 miles

front discs corroded

Fail 2 Apr 2012 39,984 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front discs corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2011 37,314 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 37,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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SC08 UKB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SC08 UKB, 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.

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What year was SC08 UKB registered?

SC08 UKB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is SC08 UKB safe to buy?

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