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MW57 YSE

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,606 mi
Last recorded35,606 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW57 YSE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 35,606 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 32,710 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 28,922 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 27,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 27,160 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 24,943 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 24,936 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 21,955 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 21,539 miles

Nearside Front tyre slight edge wear

Pass 15 Feb 2019 19,640 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 18,223 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 17,170 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 15,787 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 14,300 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 13,244 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 11,830 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 10,673 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 8,171 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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MW57 YSE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel 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 MW57 YSE, 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.

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What year was MW57 YSE registered?

MW57 YSE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is MW57 YSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW57 YSE 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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