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LT08 OFB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,043 mi
Last recorded130,043 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 OFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 130,043 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2020 127,863 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 125,025 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 125,025 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 120,074 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2017 116,171 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 100,942 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

front and rear brake pads worn

Pass 26 Feb 2015 82,298 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 66,131 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 47,465 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 25,777 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 25,777 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,407 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 18,407 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 OFB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LT08 OFB, 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 OFB registered?

LT08 OFB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is LT08 OFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 OFB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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