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LS08 OEZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

62,359 mi
Last recorded62,359 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 OEZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 62,359 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 2 May 2026 62,359 miles

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

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2025 58,833 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2025 58,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2024 54,050 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2023 49,758 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,379 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 44,543 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall has a deep cut

Pass 15 Jun 2020 43,836 miles

Nearside Rear tyre outer side wall has cuts

Pass 27 Mar 2019 41,521 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,608 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 31,851 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,713 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 24,759 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 20,726 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 17,161 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 13,265 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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LS08 OEZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 LS08 OEZ, 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 LS08 OEZ registered?

LS08 OEZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is LS08 OEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 OEZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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