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SA58 FYJ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

68,907 mi
Last recorded68,907 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 FYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 68,907 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 21 Nov 2025 68,907 miles

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements headlamps staying on at all times unable to select just position lights (4.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 29 Nov 2024 64,503 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 59,216 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 8 Dec 2022 54,108 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 49,989 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 46,551 miles

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 14 Jan 2020 43,355 miles

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

Offside Front 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 Jan 2019 37,772 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 33,937 miles

advise under trays fitted time of test

Pass 15 Nov 2016 28,529 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 18,920 miles

advise o/s/f tyre getting low

Pass 30 Jun 2014 15,433 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 6,874 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 993 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 953 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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SA58 FYJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SA58 FYJ, 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 SA58 FYJ registered?

SA58 FYJ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is SA58 FYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA58 FYJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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