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BT57 JWF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

160,509 mi
Last recorded160,509 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 JWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 160,509 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 156,590 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 154,446 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 153,781 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 147,233 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 141,634 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 137,019 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 128,089 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 119,578 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 111,531 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 104,180 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 85,067 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 73,498 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 73,498 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 64,213 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 23 Jun 2011 55,367 miles

Nearside Rear 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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BT57 JWF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel 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 BT57 JWF, 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 BT57 JWF registered?

BT57 JWF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is BT57 JWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 JWF 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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