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HY58 DSU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

112,987 mi
Last recorded112,987 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 DSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 112,987 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 108,003 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 101,620 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 101,620 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb Fitted Incorrectly - Refitted (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 96,027 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 90,629 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 86,960 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 83,027 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 76,484 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine oil level on minimum

minor chips to windscreen

nearside rear side light dim

offside front brake pipe to brake hose slightly corroded, near shock absorber

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 6 Oct 2017 70,740 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front brake discs showing signs of wear

plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Oct 2016 64,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Oct 2015 58,135 miles

Undervtrays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 10 Oct 2014 49,863 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

vehicle tested under damp conditions

Pass 19 Oct 2013 43,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre wearing towards outer edge

offside rear upper position lamp has reduced light output

Pass 20 Oct 2012 35,697 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2011 28,744 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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HY58 DSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HY58 DSU, 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 HY58 DSU registered?

HY58 DSU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is HY58 DSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY58 DSU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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