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EO58 MSU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,081 mi
Last recorded156,081 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO58 MSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 156,081 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Fog light and bulb broken

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre shoulder

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2026 156,014 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Fog light broken and bulb broken

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 150,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on both inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog light damaged

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 143,314 miles

Nearside Front Fog lamp damaged

Pass 21 Sep 2023 136,224 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 126,239 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 115,636 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 104,829 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 98,011 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 83,665 miles

Offside Rear Seatbelt, Unable To Fully Inspect. Childseat Fitted.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 75,558 miles

Condensation in offside side repeater.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2017 75,558 miles

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)

Condensation in offside side repeater.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside front tyre has sidewall damage and has been run flat.

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 68,389 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 58,633 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 58,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 50,234 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 41,573 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 33,487 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 25,219 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 24,318 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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EO58 MSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EO58 MSU, 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 EO58 MSU registered?

EO58 MSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is EO58 MSU safe to buy?

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