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LR58 XVK

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,339 mi
Last recorded132,339 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 XVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 132,339 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 132,330 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 115,145 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 115,145 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 101,102 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 101,101 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both side (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2019 87,174 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 87,173 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2018 76,166 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 68,829 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 61,948 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 54,382 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,786 miles

emissions not detected

Fail 12 Sep 2012 37,786 miles

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

emissions not detected

Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,923 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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LR58 XVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LR58 XVK, 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.

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What year was LR58 XVK registered?

LR58 XVK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is LR58 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 XVK shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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