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SE08 GBY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,141 mi
Last recorded85,141 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 GBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 85,141 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 73,825 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on wear indicator in places

Offside Rear tyre close to wear indicators

Pass 16 May 2016 62,455 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 51,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2015 51,081 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 41,671 miles

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

offside rear tyre close to wear indicators

Pass 29 May 2013 27,781 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2011 23,077 miles

n/s/f tyre just bald on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing low on outer edge

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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SE08 GBY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SE08 GBY, 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 SE08 GBY registered?

SE08 GBY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is SE08 GBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE08 GBY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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