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LD58 HPV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,791 mi
Last recorded17,791 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD58 HPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 17,791 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2024 17,691 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2023 17,449 miles

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 9 Nov 2022 16,845 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 16,480 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2020 16,174 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2019 15,709 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2019 15,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2018 14,460 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 13,361 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 12,285 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 11,097 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2014 10,089 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 8,426 miles

All road tyres are starting to age perish and have fine surface cracks forming.

Pass 15 Nov 2012 7,300 miles

Damage to nearside rear tyre rubber bead protection for wheel rim.

Pass 14 Nov 2011 6,009 miles

Slight damage to nearside rear tyre outer side wall

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 HPV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HPV, 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 LD58 HPV?

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What year was LD58 HPV registered?

LD58 HPV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 December 2008.

Is LD58 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD58 HPV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD58 HPV have outstanding finance?

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