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LY08 LCM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,450 mi
Last recorded119,450 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 LCM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 119,450 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 118,899 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

N./S head light washer not working correctly

rear exhaust heat shield loose & rattling

Pass 12 Jun 2018 104,770 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 89,949 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre cut along the outer side wall

Fail 10 Jun 2017 89,927 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop/stabilizer link (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre cut along the outer side wall

Pass 11 Jun 2016 80,052 miles

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

rear child seats fitted x2

Pass 6 Jun 2015 67,922 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 56,908 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

eml ligt on

Pass 9 Jun 2012 33,971 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

front brake discs are lipped.

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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LY08 LCM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LY08 LCM, 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 LY08 LCM registered?

LY08 LCM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is LY08 LCM safe to buy?

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