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RF58 FFU

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,856 mi
Last recorded84,856 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF58 FFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 84,856 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2026 84,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 5 Aug 2026 84,743 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2025 75,923 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2025 75,922 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 64,410 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 63,619 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 61,091 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 61,091 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2022 58,407 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 56,188 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 54,834 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 52,115 miles

all 4 tires showing signs of age

Pass 14 Dec 2017 50,317 miles

All 4 tyres showing signs of age

Pass 21 Dec 2016 498,019 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 45,594 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 45,424 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 40,466 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 34,872 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 30,045 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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RF58 FFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RF58 FFU, 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 RF58 FFU registered?

RF58 FFU is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is RF58 FFU safe to buy?

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