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RK58 VTT

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

142,978 mi
Last recorded142,978 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 142,978 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 128,464 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 119,552 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 113,287 miles

Headlamp Image Not Very Bright

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

Fail 3 Apr 2017 113,286 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp Image Not Very Bright

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 107,596 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 103,061 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 96,041 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 88,429 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 75,609 miles

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 VTT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VTT, 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 VTT registered?

RK58 VTT is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is RK58 VTT safe to buy?

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