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DG57 FZM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,626 mi
Last recorded77,626 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 FZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 77,626 miles

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

oil level low

Fail 6 Jun 2017 77,624 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint most rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint most rear (2.4.G.2)

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

oil level low

Pass 2 Jun 2016 68,257 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 64,044 miles
Pass 26 May 2014 59,139 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 52,942 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 44,782 miles

Front 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)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 43,240 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)

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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DG57 FZM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DG57 FZM, 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 DG57 FZM registered?

DG57 FZM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is DG57 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG57 FZM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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