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BV08 LCX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,378 mi
Last recorded114,378 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 LCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2015 114,378 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 100,399 miles

slight cracking in side wall on n/s/ front tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2013 91,468 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 84,544 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 78,660 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 74,983 miles

Front 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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BV08 LCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV08 LCX, 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 BV08 LCX registered?

BV08 LCX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is BV08 LCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 LCX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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