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BL57 KZV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,200 mi
Last recorded140,200 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 KZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 140,200 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 131,401 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 125,683 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 114,390 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 105,877 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 102,275 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 97,942 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 92,404 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 92,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2015 90,861 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 78,417 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 72,711 miles

Both rear tyres worn low in centre

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

Front number plate poor condition

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 68,789 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 61,907 miles

Front brake discs worn

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 53,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2011 53,002 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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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BL57 KZV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BL57 KZV, 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 BL57 KZV registered?

BL57 KZV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 January 2008.

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The MOT history for BL57 KZV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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