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LM08 SHX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,353 mi
Last recorded133,353 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 SHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 133,353 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 118,741 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING LOW

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

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN TO EXCESS

Pass 18 Mar 2015 118,741 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING LOW

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN TO EXCESS

Pass 17 Mar 2014 103,179 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 88,019 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2012 71,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Front brake discs worn

Front lower grill & valance damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Mar 2011 51,778 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 51,778 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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 SHX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SHX, 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 LM08 SHX registered?

LM08 SHX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is LM08 SHX safe to buy?

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