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LS58 UVW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

155,658 mi
Last recorded155,658 miles
Recorded on31 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS58 UVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2024 155,658 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Corner bumper

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 17 May 2023 231,753 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 May 2023 231,749 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 140,636 miles

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion on both front brake pipes

corrosion on rear coil springs

Pass 4 Feb 2021 136,296 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both main to rear brake pipes corroded & both front brake pipes corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2021 136,296 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both main to rear brake pipes corroded & both front brake pipes corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2020 132,890 miles

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

both main brake pipes & both front corroded

Pass 7 Feb 2019 126,975 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 126,975 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2018 120,274 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 112,782 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 105,028 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 96,017 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 86,069 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 80,165 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 73,984 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 67,961 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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LS58 UVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LS58 UVW, 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 LS58 UVW registered?

LS58 UVW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 October 2008.

Is LS58 UVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS58 UVW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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