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HY58 PVP

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,503 mi
Last recorded89,503 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 PVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 89,503 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2026 89,493 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 86,610 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 83,539 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 80,041 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 80,031 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 76,995 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 74,125 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

engine, sill + under covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection of some testable items

Pass 28 Jul 2020 71,035 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 68,983 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 66,131 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 61,945 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 57,877 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 54,399 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 49,285 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 43,995 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 39,927 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 27,508 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 PVP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PVP, 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 HY58 PVP?

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What year was HY58 PVP registered?

HY58 PVP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is HY58 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY58 PVP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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