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LM57 YYF

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

170,579 mi
Last recorded170,579 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 YYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 170,579 miles

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2017 159,392 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2016 145,470 miles

Under-trays fitted

Fail 17 Sep 2016 145,464 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 126,215 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2014 109,650 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 90,103 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 86,366 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 83,464 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 78,230 miles

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)

both front tyres wearing low on Inner edges

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 YYF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YYF, 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 LM57 YYF registered?

LM57 YYF is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is LM57 YYF safe to buy?

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