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SD08 ONW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,234 mi
Last recorded63,234 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 ONW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 63,234 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 60,904 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 58,861 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 58,861 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both hose (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 57,158 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 55,355 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 52,950 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 50,548 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 49,718 miles

front to rear metal brake pipe starting to carrod.

Pass 3 Apr 2018 48,938 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 48,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 45,725 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 42,815 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 42,815 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 38,801 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 34,563 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,850 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 25,874 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 25,874 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 19,672 miles

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

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

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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SD08 ONW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SD08 ONW, 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 SD08 ONW registered?

SD08 ONW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is SD08 ONW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 ONW shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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