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LV57 YDB

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,844 mi
Last recorded72,844 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 YDB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 72,844 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))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 67,980 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 67,573 miles

rear suspension level sensor rod starting to brake

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2022 66,428 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 65,046 miles

rear tyres getting low in centres, keep in check

Fail 16 Feb 2021 65,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

rear tyres getting low in centres, keep in check

Pass 10 Feb 2020 64,107 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 64,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 62,371 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 60,616 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 58,313 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2017 58,313 miles

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 54,402 miles

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

very slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 17 Feb 2015 50,088 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)

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

n.s.f tyre worn outer edge

Pass 10 Feb 2014 39,436 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,236 miles

both front discs rusty

Pass 19 Jan 2012 29,673 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 25,978 miles

both indicator repeaters have water ingress

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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LV57 YDB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV57 YDB, 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

How do I check the history of LV57 YDB?

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What year was LV57 YDB registered?

LV57 YDB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is LV57 YDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV57 YDB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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