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RX08 CFG

2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,024 mi
Last recorded47,024 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan24,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 CFG
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 47,024 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 1 May 2025 45,387 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jun 2024 43,312 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 37,026 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 32,938 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 29,046 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 29,019 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 24,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 14,041 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 9,821 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 9,341 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 8,740 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 8,013 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 7,692 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 6,668 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 6,667 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 5,927 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 4,900 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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RX08 CFG is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 24,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 CFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX08 CFG registered?

RX08 CFG is a 2008 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is RX08 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 CFG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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