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LM08 ZST

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,017 mi
Last recorded52,017 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 ZST
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 52,017 miles

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

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

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

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 24 May 2018 52,017 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play upward facing (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 21 Feb 2018 48,008 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 44,304 miles

Brake pipes covered/covers fitted

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Borderline excessive (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2017 44,304 miles

Brake pipes covered/covers fitted

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Borderline excessive (2.5.B.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2016 38,464 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 33,564 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 29,272 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 25,727 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT BULGE IN OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 19 May 2012 22,431 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 18,201 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 ZST is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LM08 ZST, 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 ZST registered?

LM08 ZST is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is LM08 ZST safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 ZST shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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