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BG58 WXA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,142 mi
Last recorded125,142 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 WXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 125,142 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 113,097 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 108,775 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 105,240 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 104,407 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 103,173 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 103,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 96,556 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 94,590 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 92,545 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 90,612 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 90,612 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 87,653 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 76,678 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 61,183 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 61,183 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2012 55,310 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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BG58 WXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 BG58 WXA, 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 BG58 WXA registered?

BG58 WXA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is BG58 WXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 WXA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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