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FX58 GVJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,237 mi
Last recorded149,237 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 GVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 149,237 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 131,194 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 123,346 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 117,280 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 105,237 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 105,237 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 96,479 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 96,479 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 88,743 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion to pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 81,912 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 73,696 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 73,696 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 63,509 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 59,217 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2015 59,217 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 50,733 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 41,716 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 33,352 miles

small chips in windscreen.

Fail 17 Sep 2011 25,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres approx 3mm at lowest point within central 3/4

Pass 17 Sep 2011 25,451 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all four tyres approx 3mm at lowest point within central 3/4

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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FX58 GVJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX58 GVJ, 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 FX58 GVJ?

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What year was FX58 GVJ registered?

FX58 GVJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FX58 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 GVJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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