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LX08 WDW

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,899 mi
Last recorded87,899 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 WDW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 87,899 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 81,395 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 68,210 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 54,350 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 44,899 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 36,917 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 32,336 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 31,321 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 30,463 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 29,584 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 26,749 miles

NAIL IN O/S/F AND O/S/R TYRES.

WINDSCREEN STONE CHIPPED.

Fail 26 Feb 2016 26,749 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint CROSS STRUT BALL JOINT (2.4.G.2)

CONDENSATION IN BOTH REAR LAMP UNITS.

NAIL IN O/S/F AND O/S/R TYRES.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint CROSS STRUT BALL JOINT (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

WINDSCREEN STONE CHIPPED.

Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,813 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 20,475 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 16,690 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

front tyres sidewall damage and cracking in tread

Pass 28 Feb 2013 16,690 miles

front tyres sidewall damage and cracking in tread

Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,594 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 11,111 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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LX08 WDW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LX08 WDW, 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 LX08 WDW?

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What year was LX08 WDW registered?

LX08 WDW is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is LX08 WDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 WDW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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