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UK55 MBZ

2008 Mercedes-benz 350

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,456 mi
Last recorded64,456 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz 35059,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUK55 MBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 64,456 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 64,451 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 61,447 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 60,786 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 60,169 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 60,169 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 59,159 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 57,799 miles

Offside Front tyre has uneven wear

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 56,614 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 55,261 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 52,937 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 64,402 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 52,990 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 44,682 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 39,725 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 39,725 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,616 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2012 34,584 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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UK55 MBZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 350 in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz 350 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 59,536 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 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UK55 MBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was UK55 MBZ registered?

UK55 MBZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is UK55 MBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for UK55 MBZ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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