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GL57 NYW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

220,522 mi
Last recorded220,522 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 NYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 220,522 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2022 220,522 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn bot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 209,201 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 79,712 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 55,198 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)

nearsise front tyre damaged side wall

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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GL57 NYW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 GL57 NYW, 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 GL57 NYW registered?

GL57 NYW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 January 2008.

Is GL57 NYW safe to buy?

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