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RE58 AVU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

294,348 mi
Last recorded294,348 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 AVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 294,348 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 260,985 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 224,195 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 224,195 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 182,418 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 177,012 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jul 2017 163,538 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2016 142,592 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 106,184 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 79,002 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 46,898 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 46,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 45,711 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,378 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 33,008 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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RE58 AVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RE58 AVU, 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 RE58 AVU registered?

RE58 AVU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2008.

Is RE58 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE58 AVU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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