2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · BL08 MZG
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 07 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 133,828 miles. MOT expired on 12 Oct 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,828 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
BL08 MZG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2024
- 133,828 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL08 MZG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (BL08 MZG) between September 2023 and October 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))”; “Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”.
BL08 MZG Mileage History
- 27/09/2023133,251 mi
- 12/10/2023133,253 mi+2 mi
- 09/10/2024133,823 mi+570 mi
- 14/10/2024133,828 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 550 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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