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LJ57 ZLN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,659 mi
Last recorded99,659 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 ZLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 99,659 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 96,104 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 92,839 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 81,442 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 78,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 72,522 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 65,507 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 54,941 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 50,246 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 47,217 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 42,022 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 42,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 35,870 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 35,819 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 30,885 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 26,758 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 26,758 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 22,222 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 12,968 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 12,832 miles

Centre Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Centre Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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LJ57 ZLN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ57 ZLN, 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 LJ57 ZLN registered?

LJ57 ZLN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2008.

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