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SIG 3712

2008 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

82,752 mi
Last recorded82,752 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 3712
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 82,752 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2018 82,752 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 80,065 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2017 80,065 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 71,385 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 70,801 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 67,597 miles

n/s rear tyre has cut on inner sidewall, but cords not showing

Fail 30 Oct 2014 67,597 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s rear tyre has cut on inner sidewall, but cords not showing

Pass 7 Oct 2013 52,743 miles

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

n/s front inner wheel arch damaged, but not fouling wheel

Fail 7 Oct 2013 52,743 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

n/s front inner wheel arch damaged, but not fouling wheel

o/s front tyres worn on edges

Pass 31 May 2012 33,993 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 31 May 2012 33,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner 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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SIG 3712 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 SIG 3712, 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 SIG 3712 registered?

SIG 3712 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2008.

Is SIG 3712 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 3712 shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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