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SC08 VJY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,600 mi
Last recorded67,600 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC08 VJY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 67,600 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 63,197 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 56,884 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 50,023 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 45,577 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 39,193 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 32,183 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 26,876 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 21,474 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 18,731 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 17,005 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 14,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 27 May 2013 12,040 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 7,922 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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SC08 VJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SC08 VJY, 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

How do I check the history of SC08 VJY?

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What year was SC08 VJY registered?

SC08 VJY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is SC08 VJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC08 VJY shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SC08 VJY have outstanding finance?

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