2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · H21 JAM
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 29 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 123,153 miles. MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,153 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H21 JAM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 123,153 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H21 JAM 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 (H21 JAM) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 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: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (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: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
H21 JAM Mileage History
- 31/10/2022108,685 mi
- 28/10/2023114,313 mi+5,628 mi
- 17/10/2024118,682 mi+4,369 mi
- 21/10/2024118,986 mi+304 mi
- 14/10/2025123,153 mi+4,167 mi
Average of roughly 4,898 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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