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FV58 OEM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

120,455 mi
Last recorded120,455 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 OEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 120,455 miles

damage to offside front tyre inner sidewall

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2014 102,956 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 22 Nov 2013 86,285 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Nov 2013 86,285 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2011 54,013 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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FV58 OEM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 FV58 OEM, 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 FV58 OEM?

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What year was FV58 OEM registered?

FV58 OEM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is FV58 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV58 OEM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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