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BV08 WZG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

146,669 mi
Last recorded146,669 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 WZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 146,669 miles

n/s&o/s front brake pipes corroded slight play front anti roll bar drop links front & rear brake discs worn o/s/r brake binding rear tyres close to limit

Pass 12 Jun 2019 134,106 miles

rear tyres close to limit slight play n/s/f anti roll bar drop link

Fail 12 Jun 2019 134,106 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear tyres close to limit slight play n/s/f anti roll bar drop link

Pass 2 Jun 2018 125,999 miles

front brake discs worn n/s&o/s front brake pipes worn

Fail 30 May 2018 125,922 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken o/s/f (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower n/s&o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front brake discs worn n/s&o/s front brake pipes worn

Pass 24 May 2017 117,168 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 109,376 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 98,448 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 88,406 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 77,910 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 64,979 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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BV08 WZG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV08 WZG, 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.

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What year was BV08 WZG registered?

BV08 WZG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is BV08 WZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 WZG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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