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LK08 UYN

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

129,952 mi
Last recorded129,952 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK08 UYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 129,952 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and nearside to flexible (1.1.11 (c))

factory fitted covers restricting view of some components under body

Pass 8 Aug 2024 129,049 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively and offside (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and nearside also both rears to calipers (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and nearside to hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened on mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

factory covers restricting view of some components under body

Pass 18 Aug 2023 128,076 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/slower weeping grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s slight (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 125,938 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower and upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 123,809 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward arm has very slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine flywheel area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 122,223 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 121,001 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to fail advise replace (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 116,226 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 105,511 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 105,511 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 95,345 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 94,247 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 90,731 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 75,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2012 59,677 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 May 2011 50,512 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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LK08 UYN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel 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 LK08 UYN, 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 LK08 UYN registered?

LK08 UYN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 June 2008.

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