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RK58 VTC

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

124,644 mi
Last recorded124,644 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 VTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 124,644 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 121,980 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 121,980 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 121,924 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 121,924 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 121,297 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 117,426 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 115,511 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 112,833 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 108,381 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 99,194 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 86,975 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 74,295 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 74,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

windscreen wipers smeary

Pass 31 Jan 2012 60,028 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 59,806 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 59,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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RK58 VTC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VTC, 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 VTC registered?

RK58 VTC is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2008.

Is RK58 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK58 VTC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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