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OU08 LZP

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

163,292 mi
Last recorded163,292 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 LZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 163,292 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 153,336 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 139,453 miles

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

nearside side repeater damaged

Pass 15 Nov 2017 125,579 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 106,558 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 106,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 88,186 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 82,472 miles

Both front tyres bald on both edges

Fail 18 Jun 2015 82,472 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both front tyres bald on both edges

Pass 19 Jun 2014 66,762 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 6 Jun 2013 49,195 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 49,195 miles

Offside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,268 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)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 16,398 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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OU08 LZP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OU08 LZP, 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 OU08 LZP registered?

OU08 LZP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is OU08 LZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 LZP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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