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OE57 OCG

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

24,815 mi
Last recorded24,815 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 OCG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 24,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 24,811 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 24,047 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 22,646 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 22,646 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 20,976 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 18,768 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 16,581 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 15,486 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 14,839 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 13,636 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 10,558 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 4,562 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 3,961 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 3,221 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 2,007 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 1,505 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 OCG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OCG, 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 OCG registered?

OE57 OCG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is OE57 OCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE57 OCG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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