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LG08 SWN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

81,433 mi
Last recorded81,433 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 SWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 81,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 81,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 57,654 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 57,654 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 46,458 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 46,458 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 24540R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 44,718 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 42,780 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 39,586 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 38,010 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 34,073 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 30,328 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 27,338 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 27,338 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2015 24,268 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,414 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 17,421 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,633 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,597 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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LG08 SWN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SWN, 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 LG08 SWN registered?

LG08 SWN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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The MOT history for LG08 SWN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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