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LO08 JYH

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

99,977 mi
Last recorded99,977 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 JYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 99,977 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2025 95,760 miles

Brake pad wear message on dash.

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 88,273 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 78,483 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Dec 2022 71,150 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2022 71,150 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 69,069 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 65,928 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 65,928 miles

Electronic stability control component excessively damaged (7.12 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 62,033 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 62,033 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged Level sensor rod popped out of its joint.Pushed back in (1.6 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 56,381 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 49,332 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 43,033 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,082 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 38,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 32,771 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,596 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 23,953 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 23,953 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 19,229 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 JYH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 JYH, 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 JYH registered?

LO08 JYH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is LO08 JYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 JYH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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