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LV08 HJO

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

184,060 mi
Last recorded184,060 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 HJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 184,060 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 165,040 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 145,059 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 132,498 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2023 132,489 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Sub-Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Sub- Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 132,189 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened sub-frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened sub-frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 126,080 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 125,924 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub-frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Feb 2021 121,364 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner suspension component mounting prescribed area inadequately repaired but structural rigidity not significantly reduce

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 's ()

Fail 26 Jan 2021 121,350 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub -frame suspension rod (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 's ()

Pass 17 Jul 2019 113,017 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine cover & undertray fitted obscuring the view to some items

Pass 14 Jun 2018 105,239 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 101,670 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 94,853 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 81,499 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 67,159 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise front screen chipped

Pass 10 Jul 2013 58,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 51,077 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise both rear tyres wearing low in middle 2.0mm

advise front brake discs worn

advise front brake pads wearing low

Pass 30 Aug 2011 36,810 miles

advise front brake discs lipped.

advise undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 18 Feb 2011 32,682 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LV08 HJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV08 HJO, 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 LV08 HJO registered?

LV08 HJO is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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