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LM57 YYU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,810 mi
Last recorded133,810 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 YYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 133,810 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2022 133,810 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2021 128,613 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 125,570 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 121,158 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2018 118,068 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

under tray fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2017 112,726 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 112,726 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 May 2016 107,733 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 98,785 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 93,372 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 87,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Feb 2013 87,544 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jan 2012 69,775 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

object stuck in middle of windscreen

Fail 3 Feb 2011 51,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

nearside front tyre has outer side wall damage

Pass 3 Feb 2011 51,111 miles

nearside front tyre has outer side wall damage

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 YYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LM57 YYU, 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 LM57 YYU registered?

LM57 YYU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 February 2008.

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