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S1 LEA

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,466 mi
Last recorded39,466 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 LEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 39,466 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 38,115 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 36,569 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 34,769 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 33,372 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 33,371 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 31,786 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 31,786 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 29,890 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 29,890 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 28,290 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 28,290 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear, original's put on at time of test (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 26,538 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 22 Jun 2017 24,235 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 21,664 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 18,875 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 16,489 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 13,192 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 11,236 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,462 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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S1 LEA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S1 LEA, 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 S1 LEA?

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What year was S1 LEA registered?

S1 LEA is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is S1 LEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S1 LEA shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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