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LM57 SXJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

108,278 mi
Last recorded108,278 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 SXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 108,278 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 108,275 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 103,303 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 97,203 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2023 92,868 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 84,417 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 74,928 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 74,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 69,303 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 66,322 miles

Metal brake pipes corroding

n/s/f lower parking lamp inop

Fail 8 Feb 2019 66,322 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working outer (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Metal brake pipes corroding

n/s/f lower parking lamp inop

Pass 14 Nov 2017 57,800 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 48,513 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 37,720 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 34,989 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 29,709 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 25,496 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 19,897 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 14,115 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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LM57 SXJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LM57 SXJ, 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

How do I check the history of LM57 SXJ?

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What year was LM57 SXJ registered?

LM57 SXJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 January 2008.

Is LM57 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 SXJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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