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FY58 FWX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

99,569 mi
Last recorded99,569 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 FWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 99,569 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2025 99,042 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 98,736 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 97,512 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 95,700 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 94,452 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 91,821 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 90,268 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 89,277 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 88,366 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 87,002 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 85,307 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 83,895 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 81,406 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 78,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 78,979 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 72,426 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)

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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FY58 FWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FY58 FWX, 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 FY58 FWX?

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What year was FY58 FWX registered?

FY58 FWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is FY58 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 FWX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY58 FWX have outstanding finance?

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