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GL57 ZDS

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,015 mi
Last recorded39,015 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 ZDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 39,015 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 32,304 miles

Front Shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 31,626 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 29,128 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 26,244 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 23,647 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 23,647 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 20,771 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 17,855 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 15,573 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 13,272 miles

nearside rear tyre has deep cuts in tread

Pass 5 Jan 2012 10,886 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 8,362 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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GL57 ZDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GL57 ZDS, 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 ZDS registered?

GL57 ZDS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GL57 ZDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 ZDS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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