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Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Exhaust Flexi Worn
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Undercover Fitted
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
undercovers fitted
Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
undercovers fitted
Front Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Headlamp aim too low offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flex (1.1.11 (c))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
various rear suspension arm bushes perishing
Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Bulb warning light illuminated
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke Nearly double the maximum smoke level. (7.4.B.3a)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Bulb warning light illuminated
Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
offside front side light 50%
Offside 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)
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RK58 VRV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 RK58 VRV, 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.
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What year was RK58 VRV registered?
RK58 VRV is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.
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