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PK58 DLX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

70,944 mi
Last recorded70,944 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK58 DLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 70,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Bushes Perishing/Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2026 70,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Bushes Perishing/Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2025 58,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face - slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jun 2024 58,345 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

both n/s and o/s tailbox heatshields insecure

Fail 6 Jun 2024 58,343 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake performance unable to be tested due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, situated in n/s/r wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear, situated in n/s/r wheel arch (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

both n/s and o/s tailbox heatshields insecure

Pass 23 Sep 2022 57,459 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside and nearside rearmost exhaust heat shields partially insecure

Rear Coil spring corroded Bottom coils both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 56,216 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside rear exhaust heat shield is partially insecure

Pass 18 Sep 2020 54,632 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 51,509 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 46,964 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 43,389 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 40,807 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 37,815 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 34,334 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 31,122 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 26,789 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,835 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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PK58 DLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel 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 PK58 DLX, 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 PK58 DLX registered?

PK58 DLX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is PK58 DLX safe to buy?

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