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V8 OWJ

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,338 mi
Last recorded96,338 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 OWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 96,338 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 96,318 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 88,649 miles

full engine and under covers fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2023 84,053 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 76,855 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 70,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inner Edge, 235/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing On Inner Edge, 235/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 68,310 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low @ 2.64mm, Legal Limit Is 1.6mm, 265/35R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low @ 2.48mm, Legal Limit Is 1.6mm, 265/35R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 66,424 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 60,411 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 53,937 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 49,942 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Feb 2016 42,356 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 34,981 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 34,981 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 27,709 miles

front tyres wearing low

rear tyres on legal limit

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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V8 OWJ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 V8 OWJ, 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 16 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 V8 OWJ registered?

V8 OWJ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2010.

Is V8 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 OWJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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