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RJ58 CJV

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,012 mi
Last recorded103,012 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ58 CJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 103,012 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 100,800 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 12 Mar 2021 98,139 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 98,132 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 96,264 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 93,874 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2019 93,874 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 91,200 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 88,904 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 72,306 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 177,587 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 119,250 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 104,067 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 105,122 miles

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

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

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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RJ58 CJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RJ58 CJV, 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 RJ58 CJV registered?

RJ58 CJV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 November 2008.

Is RJ58 CJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ58 CJV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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