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GN58 UFU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

149,089 mi
Last recorded149,089 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 UFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 149,089 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 130,053 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 115,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost on limit 255/35 r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost on limit 255/35 r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 115,099 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost on limit 255/35 r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost on limit 255/35 r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 88,886 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 88,886 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Apr 2020 80,376 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 80,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 67,421 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip n/s/f lower in black tint (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 62,092 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2017 56,864 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 10 May 2017 56,820 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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GN58 UFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN58 UFU, 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 GN58 UFU registered?

GN58 UFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is GN58 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 UFU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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