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BK58 VWS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

136,632 mi
Last recorded136,632 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 VWS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 136,632 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 May 2026 136,620 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2026 136,599 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Above tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 122,899 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 113,240 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 109,024 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 106,485 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 94,547 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 79,539 miles

Offside Front windscreen damage in zone a

Pass 2 Jan 2019 57,612 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 29,903 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 29,347 miles

Front tyres cracking to outer sidewalls

Pass 27 Oct 2016 26,475 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 24,154 miles

Under trays fitted preventing view of some components

Pass 29 Oct 2014 22,631 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 20,066 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 17,428 miles

Both front tyres are perished on the outer sidewalls and between tread pattern.

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 17,428 miles

Both front tyres are perished on the outer sidewalls and between tread pattern.

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 14,857 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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BK58 VWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BK58 VWS, 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 BK58 VWS registered?

BK58 VWS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is BK58 VWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK58 VWS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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