Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles, the 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A (2008)

105 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.2% first-time pass rate

2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A

CarHunch analysed 105 real MOT records for the 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2008 C200 CDI has a first-time pass rate of just 39.7%, less than half the UK average of 80%, which is a serious reliability red flag for any potential buyer. The complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) is the only real bright spot, but it doesn't offset the fact that nearly two-thirds of these cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.

At 139,205 miles median, these cars are well-used for their age, and the average 1.14 failures per vehicle suggests persistent mechanical issues rather than one-off problems. Before buying, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focused on the diesel engine and transmission, because the weak pass rate points to systemic trouble in this cohort.

We have limited data for the 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

73.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.14

Over 4.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

139k

Middle half: 115k–161k

For context

These stats describe 105 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

139,205

typical

115,126

low mileage

161,006

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A vehicles fall between 115,126 and 161,006 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 115,126 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 115,126–161,006 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI As sit.

⚠ Over 217,358 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI A — Still on the Road

Most 2008 Mercedes C200 Sport CDI As are still being driven.

34 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 71% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.14

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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