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AY08 LNG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

141,133 mi
Last recorded141,133 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 LNG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 141,133 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2015 132,378 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 May 2014 120,887 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nsf tyre worn on inner ege

Pass 9 May 2013 106,035 miles

Nearside front tyre has side wall damage

Nearside rear road wheel damaged

Offside front road wheel damaged

Offside rear road wheel damaged

Fail 9 May 2013 106,035 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre has side wall damage

Nearside rear road wheel damaged

Offside front road wheel damaged

Offside rear road wheel damaged

Pass 30 Apr 2012 79,901 miles

Near side front road wheel damaged

Off side front road wheel damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2011 49,170 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AY08 LNG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AY08 LNG, 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

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What year was AY08 LNG registered?

AY08 LNG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AY08 LNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 LNG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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