2008 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · YR08 XUV
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 124,547 miles. MOT valid until 23 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,547 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YR08 XUV Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
- 124,547 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YR08 XUV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (YR08 XUV) between May 2011 and May 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 08 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))”.
YR08 XUV Mileage History
- 11/05/201135,216 mi
- 10/05/201247,336 mi+12,120 mi
- 13/05/201358,958 mi+11,622 mi
- 13/01/201467,431 mi+8,473 mi
- 30/05/201469,040 mi+1,609 mi
- 30/05/201572,983 mi+3,943 mi
- 30/05/201572,983 mi
- 20/05/201679,577 mi+6,594 mi
- 27/05/201679,625 mi+48 mi
- 16/08/201789,028 mi+9,403 mi
- 14/08/201892,575 mi+3,547 mi
- 13/08/201995,947 mi+3,372 mi
- 24/09/202097,579 mi+1,632 mi
- 22/09/202198,878 mi+1,299 mi
- 29/09/202198,883 mi+5 mi
- 27/04/202299,953 mi+1,070 mi
- 27/04/202299,953 mi
- 07/04/2023104,385 mi+4,432 mi
- 13/04/2023104,391 mi+6 mi
- 12/04/2024110,413 mi+6,022 mi
- 25/05/2024110,446 mi+33 mi
- 25/05/2024110,446 mi
- 28/04/2025115,608 mi+5,162 mi
- 01/05/2026124,547 mi+8,939 mi
- 08/05/2026124,547 mi
Average of roughly 5,958 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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