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EX58 YTN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

120,792 mi
Last recorded120,792 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 YTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 120,792 miles

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))

Offside Rear drive shaft corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 109,739 miles

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive from intercooler pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front fog light both not working

Pass 23 Apr 2024 104,106 miles

Front fog lights inop

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Rear axle suspension perished no play

Fail 20 Mar 2024 104,102 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front fog lights inop

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Rear axle suspension perished but no play

Pass 3 Feb 2023 100,157 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 93,061 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 87,121 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front n rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2020 82,892 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all around front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake lining(s) wearing thin all around front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 78,171 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 78,171 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Diff- halfshaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Mudguard insecure

Pass 20 Nov 2017 74,591 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear Tyre worn on edges

Pass 31 Oct 2016 61,862 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 52,421 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS AT 5-6 MM...

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 41,609 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Nov 2013

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

n/s rear tyre perished inner wall

Pass 27 Sep 2012 33,511 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 24,527 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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EX58 YTN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EX58 YTN, 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 EX58 YTN registered?

EX58 YTN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 October 2008.

Is EX58 YTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 YTN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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