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FE58 HTZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

188,986 mi
Last recorded188,986 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 HTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 188,986 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 167,543 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive from steering rack / pump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 149,992 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear diff leaking oil.

Pass 5 Jun 2017 125,973 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 103,894 miles

Engine oil leaking.

Differential oil leaking.

Fail 1 Jul 2016 103,894 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Differential oil leaking.

Engine oil leaking.

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 91,865 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 86,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Aug 2013 74,318 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 74,318 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 58,964 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 46,088 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

advise front brake discs starting to pit.

advise nearside rear tyre sidewall damage.

advise offside front tyre wearing low and close to legal limits on 2mm.

advise slight scoring on rear brake discs.

advise undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.

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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FE58 HTZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FE58 HTZ, 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 FE58 HTZ registered?

FE58 HTZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is FE58 HTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 HTZ shows 12 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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