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OO56 PJM

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

130,403 mi
Last recorded130,403 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO56 PJM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 130,403 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear diff stabiliser bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 125,923 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Diff anti vibration bar bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 122,194 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 120,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material close to excess (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 117,836 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 117,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 109,366 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 99,729 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 94,384 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 90,404 miles

engine cover and under try fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 31 Dec 2016 86,298 miles

engine cover and under try fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Pass 22 Dec 2015 78,490 miles

Both front wipers are smearing

Both rear disc lipped

Both rear pads are 90% worn

Nearside front tyre is on 1.6mm wearing thin

Offside front tyre is on 2mm wearing thin

Fail 22 Dec 2015 78,490 miles

Both front wipers are smearing

Both rear disc lipped

Both rear pads are 90% worn

Nearside front tyre is on 1.6mm wearing thin

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front tyre is on 2mm wearing thin

Rear Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working Both (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 72,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 63,847 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 55,501 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2011 43,933 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 39,228 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 31,979 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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OO56 PJM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OO56 PJM, 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 OO56 PJM registered?

OO56 PJM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is OO56 PJM safe to buy?

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