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LM08 CGY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,900 mi
Last recorded165,900 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 CGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 165,900 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 165,894 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 152,379 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust bracket cracked but secure

Pass 22 Jun 2018 141,674 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 141,674 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 133,551 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 124,688 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 115,562 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 101,288 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2013 83,891 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 65,238 miles

nearside front tyre tread getting low on outer edges

Pass 28 Jun 2011 44,574 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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LM08 CGY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM08 CGY, 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 LM08 CGY registered?

LM08 CGY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is LM08 CGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 CGY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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