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LM58 OAJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,716 mi
Last recorded75,716 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 OAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 75,716 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 73,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 73,236 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 71,063 miles

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 6 Dec 2023 71,051 miles

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

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Dec 2022 69,062 miles

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 8 Dec 2021 67,257 miles

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Jan 2021 65,790 miles

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Sep 2019 63,670 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 16 Sep 2019 63,670 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2018 59,819 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2017 55,771 miles

surface corrosion to front metal brake pipes

Pass 5 Sep 2016 51,059 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 46,774 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 42,251 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 39,178 miles

unable to measure brake pads, but front and rear brake pads appear worn

Pass 18 Sep 2012 33,640 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 33,629 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 26,637 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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LM58 OAJ 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 78.9%.

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 LM58 OAJ, 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 LM58 OAJ?

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What year was LM58 OAJ registered?

LM58 OAJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2008.

Is LM58 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 OAJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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