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LS08 RTZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,299 mi
Last recorded97,299 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 RTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 97,299 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 56,716 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 54,356 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 52,046 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 52,046 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 45,999 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 39,715 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 35,479 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 31,914 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 31,914 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 29,868 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 28,027 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 27,141 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 26,277 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 25,625 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 25,075 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 24,641 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 23,220 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 RTZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RTZ, 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 RTZ registered?

LS08 RTZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2008.

Is LS08 RTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 RTZ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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