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LD58 EWM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

117,470 mi
Last recorded117,470 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 EWM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 117,470 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2026 117,464 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (rear marked in yellow for identification ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear lower wheel arch by tank (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 112,739 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 106,595 miles

Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material very slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 102,486 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 100,140 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 96,741 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 94,047 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 89,590 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 81,569 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 76,774 miles

front tyres worn on outer edge.

Pass 2 Jul 2016 68,222 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 61,081 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 44,926 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 36,750 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 26,978 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 26,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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LD58 EWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LD58 EWM, 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 LD58 EWM registered?

LD58 EWM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2008.

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The MOT history for LD58 EWM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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