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RK58 VSX

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,682 mi
Last recorded71,682 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 VSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 71,682 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 69,619 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 69,617 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and side wall perish 205/55/r16/914 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and side wall perish (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 63,363 miles

Both Rear Tyres Starting To Perrish On Outer Side Walls

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 55,863 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 53,147 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 44,563 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 40,044 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,513 miles

n/s/f fog light not working

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 VSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VSX, 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 RK58 VSX?

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What year was RK58 VSX registered?

RK58 VSX is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is RK58 VSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 VSX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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