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BL57 XCJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

177,533 mi
Last recorded177,533 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 177,533 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 168,630 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 155,566 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 139,434 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 121,169 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 104,553 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 86,939 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2016 86,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 82,389 miles

Nearside Front Wear on outer edge of tyre

Offside Front Wear on outer edge of tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2014 75,794 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 66,539 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Dec 2012 57,579 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 45,878 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 35,101 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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BL57 XCJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 BL57 XCJ, 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

How do I check the history of BL57 XCJ?

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What year was BL57 XCJ registered?

BL57 XCJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is BL57 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL57 XCJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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