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GP57 RUY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,226 mi
Last recorded105,226 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP57 RUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 105,226 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 105,226 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 95,780 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 92,164 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 88,988 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 84,216 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 70,964 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 66,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 57,853 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 57,853 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 54,067 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 50,623 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2015 49,601 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 49,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 46,311 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 41,374 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 34,379 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 29,315 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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GP57 RUY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GP57 RUY, 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 GP57 RUY?

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What year was GP57 RUY registered?

GP57 RUY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is GP57 RUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP57 RUY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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