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LS08 TMY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

185,002 mi
Last recorded185,002 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 TMY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,149cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 185,002 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 164,970 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 159,800 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 159,800 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 150,732 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 150,698 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 139,880 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 139,657 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2015 130,289 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 130,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 117,990 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 98,842 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 86,126 miles

n/s headlamp bracket broken but not insecure

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 10 May 2012 86,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

n/s headlamp bracket broken but not insecure

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 3 May 2011 69,174 miles

rear brakes worn

slight play in o/s/f lower arm

Fail 3 May 2011 69,174 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brakes worn

slight play in o/s/f lower arm

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 TMY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,149cc 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 LS08 TMY, 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 TMY registered?

LS08 TMY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is LS08 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 TMY 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.

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