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BF58 VDM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,120 mi
Last recorded132,120 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF58 VDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2021 132,120 miles

under body seal added under vehicle

Fail 9 Jan 2021 132,120 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

under body seal added under vehicle

Pass 9 Jul 2019 118,620 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2019 118,601 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 113,922 miles

Front windscreen as chip in ( zone a )

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Jun 2018 113,922 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front windscreen as chip in ( zone a )

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 110,395 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017 110,395 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 102,386 miles

nearside rear tyre has wear to oute edge

offside rear tyre has wear to outer edge

Pass 2 Jul 2015 94,454 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 85,141 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 74,411 miles

nearisde front tyre worn low on outer edge

Pass 9 Jul 2012 62,223 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 44,157 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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BF58 VDM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BF58 VDM, 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 BF58 VDM registered?

BF58 VDM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is BF58 VDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF58 VDM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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