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AF58 SXC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,516 mi
Last recorded28,516 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF58 SXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 28,516 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (stone chip) (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 27,941 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 27,150 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2024 27,150 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 26,550 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 25,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 24,638 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 24,149 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 24,148 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

both front tyres perished

Pass 2 Aug 2019 23,242 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 23,242 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 21,150 miles

Offside Front and rear tyres perished

Offside Front dip beam dim

Pass 10 Aug 2017 15,845 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 14,712 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 10,765 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 8,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 4,034 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 3,694 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 3,273 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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AF58 SXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF58 SXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF58 SXC?

You can check the full history of AF58 SXC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AF58 SXC registered?

AF58 SXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is AF58 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF58 SXC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF58 SXC have outstanding finance?

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