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SF08 WND

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

204,398 mi
Last recorded204,398 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 WND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 204,398 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 186,978 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2019 153,749 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 140,306 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Fail 29 May 2018 140,179 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear-rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear-rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some underside components

Pass 25 May 2017 128,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 May 2017 128,251 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Macpherson strut insecure at hub (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2016 114,621 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 18 May 2016 114,621 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2015 104,161 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 97,862 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 90,633 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 84,564 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 80,615 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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SF08 WND is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SF08 WND, 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 SF08 WND registered?

SF08 WND is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2008.

Is SF08 WND safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 WND shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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