2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · EN08 XEX
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 25 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 274,376 km. MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 274,376 km
- 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.
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EN08 XEX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 27/01/2026
- 274,376 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EN08 XEX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (EN08 XEX) between December 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
EN08 XEX Odometer History
- 04/12/2023156,698 mi
- 06/01/2025265,173 km
- 13/01/2025265,401 km+228 km
- 16/01/2026274,145 km+8,744 km
- 27/01/2026274,376 km+231 km
Average of roughly 54,757 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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