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DA57 VFX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,355 mi
Last recorded112,355 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 VFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 112,355 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 106,139 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 101,985 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 101,985 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 95,734 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Dec 2015 95,734 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 84,045 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 73,018 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 63,780 miles

Nearside Front 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 17 Dec 2011 54,500 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 45,148 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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DA57 VFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 DA57 VFX, 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 DA57 VFX registered?

DA57 VFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is DA57 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 VFX 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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