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LC08 SZT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

130,202 mi
Last recorded130,202 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 SZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 130,202 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 123,458 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 117,563 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 112,863 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 104,687 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 95,688 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 82,118 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 70,507 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 64,034 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 58,383 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 51,564 miles

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

Smell of exhaust gas fumes from under bonnet, no visual signs of leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wiper blades smeering screen.

Pass 30 Jul 2014 45,207 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 37,135 miles

Both front wiper blades slightly smeering screen

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F tyre low on inner and outer edges (centre 3/4 above 1.6mm)

O/S/F tyre getting low on inner and outer edges

O/S/R tyre 1mm on outer edge (centre 3/4 of tyre tread is above 1.6mm) Recommend replacing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jul 2013 37,135 miles

Both front wiper blades slightly smeering screen

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F tyre low on inner and outer edges (centre 3/4 above 1.6mm)

O/S/F tyre getting low on inner and outer edges

O/S/R tyre 1mm on outer edge (centre 3/4 of tyre tread is above 1.6mm) Recommend replacing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 29,986 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 29,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 24,133 miles

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

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

sill covers under trays and engine cvers fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2010 13,354 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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LC08 SZT 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 LC08 SZT, 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 LC08 SZT registered?

LC08 SZT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is LC08 SZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 SZT 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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