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LG08 SVW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,721 mi
Last recorded60,721 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 SVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 60,721 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 59,038 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 57,537 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 54,907 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water ingress (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 52,552 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 47,701 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 44,259 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 41,443 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 35,478 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 31,525 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 28,996 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 28,996 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 26,748 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 23,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 23,901 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 21,289 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 17,419 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 13,557 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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LG08 SVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol 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 LG08 SVW, 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 LG08 SVW registered?

LG08 SVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LG08 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG08 SVW 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.

Does LG08 SVW have outstanding finance?

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