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GU58 MEV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,430 mi
Last recorded159,430 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 MEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 159,430 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 144,000 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front fog lamp glass broken

both front brake disc/s are becoming worn

Fail 20 Apr 2018 143,872 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

E M L lamp on

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front fog lamp glass broken

Offside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

both front brake disc/s are becoming worn

Pass 17 May 2017 126,477 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 5 May 2017 126,446 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light len/s damaged (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour len/s damaged (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyre/s are starting to get low

damage to windscreen

exhaust heat shield inscure

handbrake just met minium performance 16 percent

Pass 19 Apr 2016 103,441 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 79,311 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 64,503 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 49,947 miles

rear brake pads are low

Pass 3 Jan 2012 35,468 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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GU58 MEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GU58 MEV, 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

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What year was GU58 MEV registered?

GU58 MEV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2008.

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