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ET57 HKB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

239,047 mi
Last recorded239,047 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 HKB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 239,047 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 225,387 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Jul 2024 225,387 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 213,307 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 194,535 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 178,856 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 165,700 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 148,812 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake sticky

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 133,033 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 116,677 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little effort

Pass 21 Sep 2016 99,735 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 95,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jul 2015 95,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 87,406 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 78,881 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 71,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 71,735 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 48,042 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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ET57 HKB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ET57 HKB, 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 ET57 HKB registered?

ET57 HKB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 February 2008.

Is ET57 HKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 HKB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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