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RK58 VSJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,772 mi
Last recorded100,772 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 VSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 100,772 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 100,772 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 99,864 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 97,326 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 97,326 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 92,794 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 83,900 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 74,131 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,855 miles

nearside front tyre slightly worn on outside edge

rear brake pads starting to get low

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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RK58 VSJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RK58 VSJ, 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 RK58 VSJ registered?

RK58 VSJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is RK58 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 VSJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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