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LO08 GVE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

107,558 mi
Last recorded107,558 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 GVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 107,558 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 107,558 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 104,767 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 104,767 miles

Rear Sub-frame insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 102,254 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 98,199 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 91,995 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 90,080 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 90,073 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 89,716 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 89,584 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 89,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 83,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 83,973 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 79,245 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Aug 2012 73,050 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 11 Nov 2011 72,624 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 68,579 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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LO08 GVE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 LO08 GVE, 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 LO08 GVE registered?

LO08 GVE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is LO08 GVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 GVE shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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