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LS08 ZTC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,150 mi
Last recorded122,150 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 ZTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 122,150 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 121,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit +perished (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brakes have imbalance

Pass 26 Jul 2014 98,241 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 64,228 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 57,789 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 57,133 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 46,261 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Apr 2011 46,261 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 ZTC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZTC, 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 ZTC registered?

LS08 ZTC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is LS08 ZTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS08 ZTC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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