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LS08 WFX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

208,724 mi
Last recorded208,724 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 WFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 208,724 miles

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

Offside Rear Under tray loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2026 208,724 miles

Offside Front Outer Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Under tray loose

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 207,803 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2025 207,803 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2024 204,657 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated compression arms ( both ) (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 192,764 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 183,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cut in sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 173,792 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 173,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 160,618 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 151,117 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 151,116 miles

Brake performance not tested rear brake pipes rusty may cause damage (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 126,779 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 126,777 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 111,268 miles

Front Brake pads 2mm

Rear Steel brake pipe corroding

Pass 16 Mar 2015 90,775 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 75,106 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 61,683 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 50,666 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 41,449 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 WFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WFX, 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 WFX registered?

LS08 WFX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is LS08 WFX safe to buy?

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