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OE57 DXC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,927 mi
Last recorded100,927 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 DXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 100,927 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

TPMS indicates fault

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 97,125 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 95,391 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 93,442 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 93,442 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 91,157 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2021 88,739 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2021 88,739 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 86,425 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 83,243 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2019 83,243 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 79,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 79,595 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 74,257 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 68,471 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 60,292 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 45,343 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 45,343 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,792 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,921 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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OE57 DXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 OE57 DXC, 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 OE57 DXC registered?

OE57 DXC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is OE57 DXC safe to buy?

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