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PVL 491V

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,075 mi
Last recorded112,075 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 491V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 112,075 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 107,119 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 104,533 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 97,352 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2022 97,352 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 92,313 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 88,583 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 88,583 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 84,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 May 2019 84,883 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2018 77,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside & Offside (3.5.1g)

Front Nearside & Offside brake disc's slightly lipped

Under-trays & engine covers fitted obscuring some underside and engine bay components.

Pass 11 May 2017 68,367 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 68,367 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 30 May 2015 50,196 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 May 2015 49,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 May 2014 41,523 miles

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer wall

Fail 29 May 2014 41,523 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer wall

Fail 20 Jun 2013 33,048 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 33,048 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 22,521 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 12,712 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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PVL 491V is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PVL 491V, 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 PVL 491V registered?

PVL 491V is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is PVL 491V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 491V shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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