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LT08 OVY

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

255,147 mi
Last recorded255,147 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 OVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 255,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 31 May 2023 255,147 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2021 402,289 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 367,002 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 311,255 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2018 273,452 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 244,723 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 133,983 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 180,857 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 180,740 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 89,586 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 81,302 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 75,006 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2011 63,323 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 OVY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 OVY, 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 OVY registered?

LT08 OVY is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is LT08 OVY safe to buy?

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