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BD57 MVE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,999 mi
Last recorded141,999 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD57 MVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 141,999 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 141,950 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 135,200 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 127,829 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 109,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 109,230 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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BD57 MVE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD57 MVE, 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.

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What year was BD57 MVE registered?

BD57 MVE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is BD57 MVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD57 MVE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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