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SH08 PVT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,611 mi
Last recorded138,611 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 PVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 138,611 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 138,611 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 131,132 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 131,132 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 123,906 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 114,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2018 114,740 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 107,893 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 99,483 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 99,483 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 90,503 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 82,972 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 74,135 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 66,923 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 62,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 62,845 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 52,844 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 52,844 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front brake discs have some wear

nearside rear brake disc has some corrosion

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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SH08 PVT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SH08 PVT, 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 SH08 PVT?

You can check the full history of SH08 PVT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SH08 PVT registered?

SH08 PVT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is SH08 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 PVT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH08 PVT have outstanding finance?

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