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LH08 AVJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,914 mi
Last recorded51,914 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH08 AVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 51,914 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damage.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge/damage to side wall. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jul 2026 51,914 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper damage.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge/damage to side wall. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 45,821 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 39,808 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 39,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2023 34,202 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 29,999 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 29,999 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 24,084 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 22,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has damage to the outer sidewall

Offside Rear Metal nut in tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2019 17,929 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 13,225 miles
Pass 1 May 2017 6,751 miles

Both front tyres are deteriorated

Both rear tyres are deteriorated

Pass 25 Apr 2016 4,973 miles

Front both tyre cracks

Pass 16 Apr 2015 4,421 miles

both front tyre cracks outer edge

Pass 9 Apr 2014 3,676 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 3,095 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 2,697 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2011 2,296 miles

when the car in full lock steering, o/s/f brake hose slight rubbing against suspension strut

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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LH08 AVJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LH08 AVJ, 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 LH08 AVJ?

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What year was LH08 AVJ registered?

LH08 AVJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is LH08 AVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH08 AVJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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