The road tax status for DS08 EXP is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for DS08 EXP?

The MOT for DS08 EXP is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of DS08 EXP?

The recorded mileage for DS08 EXP is 121,563 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DS08 EXP ULEZ compliant?

No, DS08 EXP does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · DS08 EXP

DS08 EXP

2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 25/06/2008. Recorded mileage 121,563 miles. MOT valid until 10/04/2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin: 2008 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status: Valid until 10/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 121,563 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 121,563 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 2148cc

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DS08 EXP Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
121,563 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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DS08 EXP Mileage History

05/04/202385,005 mi
11/04/202498,422 mi+13,417 mi
10/04/2025112,290 mi+13,868 mi
09/04/2026121,500 mi+9,210 mi
11/04/2026121,563 mi+63 mi

Average of roughly 12,116 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DS08 EXP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 22:31

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (DS08 EXP) between April 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Offside Rear Suspension component has an unsafe modification Subframe (5.3.3 (c) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component has an unsafe modification Subframe (5.3.3 (c) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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