2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · YY08 YBT
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 23 Aug 2008. Recorded mileage 173,938 miles. MOT valid until 23 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,938 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YY08 YBT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2025
- 173,938 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YY08 YBT 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 (YY08 YBT) between October 2024 and November 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 24 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Front Registration plate incorrect number 8 missing (0.1 (c))”; “Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both plate have no bs numbers on either (show plates )”; “Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”.
YY08 YBT Mileage History
- 09/10/2024169,427 mi
- 24/10/2025173,603 mi+4,176 mi
- 03/11/2025173,625 mi+22 mi
- 12/11/2025173,763 mi+138 mi
- 24/11/2025173,938 mi+175 mi
Average of roughly 4,009 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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