2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · S14 AMK
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 17 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 156,873 miles. MOT valid until 05 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,873 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S14 AMK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 156,873 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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S14 AMK 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 (S14 AMK) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
S14 AMK Mileage History
- 19/11/2022132,507 mi
- 19/11/2022132,507 mi
- 06/12/2023142,129 mi+9,622 mi
- 02/12/2024151,110 mi+8,981 mi
- 05/12/2025156,873 mi+5,763 mi
Average of roughly 8,001 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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MERCEDES-BENZ C Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
The rear subframe rots from the inside out, leading to MOT failure. Mercedes often replaces these under goodwill.
- Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) failureSerious
The electronic steering lock module can fail, preventing the car from starting. The key is recognised but the steering remains locked. A common and expensive fault on W204s built before the facelift.
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