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RE58 ELJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,424 mi
Last recorded76,424 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 ELJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 76,424 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 74,525 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 71,737 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 69,467 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 66,974 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 64,630 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 64,630 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 63,107 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 61,017 miles

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

front brake pads need greasing

Pass 30 Oct 2017 58,614 miles

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

nsf tyre nail in

Pass 28 Sep 2016 54,924 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 43,791 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 43,791 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,654 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 33,974 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 28,303 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 21,697 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 ELJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 ELJ, 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

How do I check the history of RE58 ELJ?

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What year was RE58 ELJ registered?

RE58 ELJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is RE58 ELJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE58 ELJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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