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EF57 LZE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,826 mi
Last recorded132,826 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 LZE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 132,826 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 130,737 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement clight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 127,668 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

smell of diesel under bonnet area, covers fitted, advise further investigation

Pass 5 Mar 2018 124,687 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 121,931 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 118,205 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 116,311 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 102,017 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres cracked in tread

nearside rear tyre 2mm

offside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 4 Mar 2013 97,946 miles

nearside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 11 Jan 2012 77,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted not allowing full underside inspection

Pass 7 Jan 2011 48,452 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 48,452 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EF57 LZE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EF57 LZE, 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

How do I check the history of EF57 LZE?

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What year was EF57 LZE registered?

EF57 LZE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is EF57 LZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF57 LZE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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