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BJ58 MZN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

139,518 mi
Last recorded139,518 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 MZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 139,518 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 138,733 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 129,219 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 123,223 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 115,891 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 106,283 miles

bearing noise from water pump area

both rear tyres have worn tread

nearside front tyre has worn edges

offside and nearside rear tyres inner walls are starting to split

Pass 28 Nov 2016 93,699 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 81,709 miles

both rear tyres have worn edges

front tyres starting to perish slightly

Pass 1 Dec 2014 72,708 miles

Emissions test carried out but no readings were measured

Pass 14 Aug 2014 72,352 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 71,789 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 59,809 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall damaged but not deep enough to reach the cords

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall damaged but not deep enough to reach the cords

Pass 28 Oct 2011 45,860 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 45,860 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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BJ58 MZN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BJ58 MZN, 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 BJ58 MZN registered?

BJ58 MZN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2008.

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