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J60 GVT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,562 mi
Last recorded38,562 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ60 GVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 38,562 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 37,541 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 36,602 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 35,567 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Jan 2022 34,380 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 33,536 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 32,701 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 31,292 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 31,292 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 29,686 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 29,685 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 28,525 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 27,310 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)

Offside Rear tyre has side wall damage

both front tyres perished

Pass 6 Jan 2015 25,846 miles

both front tyres slightly deteroirated

Fail 7 Jan 2014 24,111 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 24,111 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 22,515 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 18,069 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 13,684 miles

Offside Outer Front 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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J60 GVT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 J60 GVT, 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 J60 GVT?

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What year was J60 GVT registered?

J60 GVT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is J60 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J60 GVT 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.

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