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LX58 VSL

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,733 mi
Last recorded94,733 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX58 VSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 94,733 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 94,228 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 94,227 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2024 89,912 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 87,081 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 81,530 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 76,482 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 5 Jul 2019 69,403 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 68,274 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 66,448 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 65,450 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 63,423 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 58,889 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 54,442 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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LX58 VSL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LX58 VSL, 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 LX58 VSL?

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What year was LX58 VSL registered?

LX58 VSL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is LX58 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX58 VSL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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