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SE08 MDK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,056 mi
Last recorded117,056 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 MDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 117,056 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner side light inop

Offside Rear Upper side light inop

Fail 8 May 2017 117,037 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded two pipes along vehicle front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded along front of bulkhead (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle x1 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front front brake disc worn /lipped

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

Nearside Front side light n/w one of two

Offside Rear upper side light n/w one of two

Pass 9 May 2016 97,745 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 97,745 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 May 2015 77,051 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 60,085 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 51,367 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)

incorrect size tyres fitted to front axle

Pass 10 May 2012 43,722 miles

After market H I D light kit fitted to vehicle with no head lamp washers

both front tyres perished

Pass 18 Jul 2011 37,098 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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SE08 MDK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MDK, 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 SE08 MDK registered?

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

Is SE08 MDK safe to buy?

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