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GU58 LVN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,511 mi
Last recorded50,511 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 LVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 50,511 miles

Nearside Front 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 Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2025 47,398 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 43,541 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 40,724 miles

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

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 16 Aug 2022 32,848 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2017 31,104 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer edge+has cuts no outer wall

Fail 2 Oct 2017 31,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer edge+has cuts no outer wall

Pass 29 Sep 2016 29,558 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 28,073 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 25,501 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 25,058 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,453 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 15,014 miles

All 4 tyres worn close to limit

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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GU58 LVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 GU58 LVN, 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 GU58 LVN?

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What year was GU58 LVN registered?

GU58 LVN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is GU58 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 LVN 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.

Does GU58 LVN have outstanding finance?

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