MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
179,117 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position Catch loose/broken (6.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Side repeater does not face the side Mirror repeater obscured by tape holding mirror together (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced Mostly covered by tape holding mirror together (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached HAS become detached at lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT REPLACE ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALMOST ON LIMIT REPLACE ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT REPLACE ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALMOST ON LIMIT REPLACE ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear on edges replace soon. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap. (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear on edges replace soon. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace asap. (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases From manifold (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Almost on limit - replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on outer edge - replace soon (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Almost on limit - replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Moderate exhaust blow from manifold area - advise replacement soon
Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Very dim (4.1.4 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning Center brake light - majority of LED's not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Moderate exhaust blow from manifold area - advise replacement soon
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Head light dim compared to offside
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT REPLACE ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Wiper blade starting to split
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside front headlight fading.
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm at front. (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS
Nearside front headlight fading.
Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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EA58 ECD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 EA58 ECD, 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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EA58 ECD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2008.
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