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SHZ 1794

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,480 mi
Last recorded100,480 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 1794
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 100,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 100,248 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 86,859 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 72,402 miles

Front air condition pipe leaking

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 62,536 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 62,536 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 49,670 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 49,670 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 47,188 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 40,223 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 38,499 miles

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

advice off side front tyre worn outer edge advice near limit 205/55r16 91h

Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,857 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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SHZ 1794 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SHZ 1794, 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 SHZ 1794?

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What year was SHZ 1794 registered?

SHZ 1794 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is SHZ 1794 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 1794 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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