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LT08 LVB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

123,805 mi
Last recorded123,805 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 LVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 123,805 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 118,926 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 112,716 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

engine light on in dash

offside rear wheel slightly binding

Fail 23 Jun 2016 112,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

engine light on in dash

offside rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 1 Jul 2015 105,279 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2015 105,729 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)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014 95,967 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 95,967 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 85,893 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 65,135 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 74,270 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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LT08 LVB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LT08 LVB, 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 LT08 LVB registered?

LT08 LVB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LT08 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 LVB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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