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BK08 LMJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

76,599 mi
Last recorded76,599 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 LMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 76,599 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 76,599 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Brake performance unable to be tested caliper leakinjg (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 73,532 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 73,532 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 69,608 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear, foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 69,608 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front, foremost (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear, foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 65,785 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has nail on outer shoulder (235/35x19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 65,785 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front lower foremost arms (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has nail on outer shoulder (235/35x19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 64,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 265/30x19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower inner suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 31 Jan 2019 61,102 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 61,050 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 61,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

heat shield insecure

Pass 10 Oct 2017 59,075 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 59,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking to rear (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Aug 2016 53,120 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 53,120 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 48,794 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 45,059 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre perishing within tread

Fail 1 Sep 2014 45,059 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre perishing within tread

Pass 24 May 2013 34,175 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 28,037 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,351 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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BK08 LMJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BK08 LMJ, 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 BK08 LMJ registered?

BK08 LMJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is BK08 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 LMJ shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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