CarVerify

Free Car Check

LP08 JWX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

159,632 mi
Last recorded159,632 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 JWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 159,632 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 134,036 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018

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

rear bumper damage

Fail 18 Dec 2018

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

rear bumper damage

Pass 4 Dec 2017 112,815 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 112,814 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing both side (2.4.G.2)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working both side (1.1.A.3b)

Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both side (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 96,925 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 96,923 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working In mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Weak (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

EML on

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

Horn ?

Offside Front Headlight securement

Pass 1 Dec 2015 84,268 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 83,355 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 64,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Nov 2014 64,522 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 43,992 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 37,001 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 30,159 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Jul 2011 29,855 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

front brake discs badly lipped

o/s/f headlamp pushed back

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LP08 JWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LP08 JWX, 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 LP08 JWX?

You can check the full history of LP08 JWX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LP08 JWX registered?

LP08 JWX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is LP08 JWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP08 JWX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP08 JWX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LP08 JWX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.