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SD58 FDZ

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

112,786 mi
Last recorded112,786 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD58 FDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 112,786 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 100,160 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 99,833 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 87,130 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair h/brake system (1.2.1 (c))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 9 Sep 2022 80,681 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 8 Sep 2021 77,582 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 5 Sep 2020 72,592 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 70,999 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 70,663 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 70,217 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 67,481 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 67,481 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 60,885 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 51,618 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 44,667 miles

Front brake pads worn

Pass 25 Sep 2012 36,217 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 27,398 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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SD58 FDZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SD58 FDZ, 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 SD58 FDZ?

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What year was SD58 FDZ registered?

SD58 FDZ is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SD58 FDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD58 FDZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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