MOT Status
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130,852 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
suspension components corroded
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Metal brake pipes going to both front hoses are corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rearmost joint - marked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Going to front hose. (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Going to front hose. (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Front and rear brake discs look worn and corroded.
Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Some fluctuation on rear braking efforts.
Covers preventing access to some components.
N/s front brake disc is corroding.
One of the parking lights is not working.
Covers preventing access to some components.
N/s front brake disc is corroded.
One of the o/s front side lights is not working.
Rear brake disc splash shields are corroded & touching discs.
Headlamp aim too low Both. (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Pipe going to n/s rear hose. (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system BURST DURING BRAKE TEST. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Covers preventing access to some components.
N/s front brake disc is corroded.
One of the o/s front side lights is not working.
Rear brake disc splash shields are corroded & touching discs.
front brake discs corroded
rear brake discs corroded
slight play n/s front top mount
Covers & trays preventing access to some components.
Front brake discs are showing signs of wear.
N/s rear tyre is on the limit of wear.
O/s wiper rubber is deteriorating.
Rear brake discs are corroding.
Covers & trays preventing access to some components.
Front brake discs are showing signs of wear.
Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
N/s rear tyre is on the limit of wear.
O/s wiper rubber is deteriorating.
Rear brake discs are corroding.
Brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion.
Engine covers & under-trays preventing a full examination of some components.
Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release No receiver available at time of test (5.2.5a)
Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion.
Engine covers & under-trays preventing a full examination of some components.
offside front and both rear, inner wheel rims damaged
Brake discs are showing signs of wear.
Brake pads look low.
Part of n/s front sidelight is not working.
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
One of the n /s front sidelights is not working.
There is a cut in the inner wall of the o/s front tyre.
One of the n /s front sidelights is not working.
There is a cut in the inner wall of the o/s front tyre.
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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CV08 VNZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 CV08 VNZ, 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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CV08 VNZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.
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