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HW58 FCO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

143,412 mi
Last recorded143,412 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW58 FCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 143,412 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2025 128,305 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 30 Sep 2024 112,385 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 21 Sep 2023 94,008 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 72,836 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 65,369 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 58,964 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 52,572 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 44,442 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 44,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 39,407 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 35,972 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 32,918 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 29,716 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 26,717 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 26,710 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 26,710 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 18,845 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 13,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HW58 FCO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HW58 FCO, 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 HW58 FCO registered?

HW58 FCO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2008.

Is HW58 FCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW58 FCO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HW58 FCO have outstanding finance?

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