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AY58 XUA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,407 mi
Last recorded71,407 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 XUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 71,407 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 65,110 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 58,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 51,670 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2022 45,302 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Aug 2021 40,121 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 36,719 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 36,719 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working Side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 31,833 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 24,990 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Aug 2017 21,028 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 18,295 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 18,295 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 15,863 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 12,920 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 10,527 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 8,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2011 7,265 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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AY58 XUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AY58 XUA, 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 AY58 XUA registered?

AY58 XUA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is AY58 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY58 XUA 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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