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BL57 XCW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,200 mi
Last recorded46,200 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 XCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 46,200 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2025 45,786 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 45,775 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 45,457 miles

Condensation in nearside side repeater lamp

Pass 8 Mar 2023 45,288 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2023 45,288 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 45,195 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 45,195 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2021 45,051 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 44,796 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2020 44,795 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour amber bulb faded (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour amber bulb faded (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 44,261 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 43,305 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 42,572 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outer edge

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,589 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 39,620 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 38,313 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 36,414 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 34,679 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 33,799 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 XCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XCW, 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 XCW registered?

BL57 XCW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BL57 XCW safe to buy?

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