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LB08 VFE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,115 mi
Last recorded51,115 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 VFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 51,115 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 49,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 47,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise - replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 47,200 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise - replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 45,927 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 42,923 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 39,227 miles

Offside Front tyre sidewall-damaged-advise-replace

Pass 17 May 2017 36,487 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 33,658 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 33,658 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,608 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,191 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 24,425 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to n/s rear seat

Fail 12 Jun 2013 24,425 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted to n/s rear seat

Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,409 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 15,881 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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LB08 VFE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LB08 VFE, 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 LB08 VFE registered?

LB08 VFE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LB08 VFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB08 VFE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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