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BN58 TGJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

140,359 mi
Last recorded140,359 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 TGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 140,359 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 135,925 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 132,610 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 125,983 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 121,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 188,692 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 183,762 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 110,316 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 106,237 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 102,738 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 99,581 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2015 99,581 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 94,307 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 90,274 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 86,265 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 82,067 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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BN58 TGJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BN58 TGJ, 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 BN58 TGJ registered?

BN58 TGJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is BN58 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 TGJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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