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SG58 VZR

2008 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

82,068 mi
Last recorded82,068 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz C81,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG58 VZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 82,068 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2025 81,874 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 75,020 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 68,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear inside wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear all suspension arm bushes cracking

Fail 20 Sep 2023 68,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front alloy arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear inside wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear all suspension arm bushes cracking

Pass 12 Sep 2022 63,460 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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Pass 7 Sep 2021 61,289 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 61,288 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 58,408 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 55,626 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 52,109 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 48,750 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 48,750 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil low

Pass 27 Aug 2016 44,347 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 40,188 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 35,570 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 31,442 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 27,188 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,483 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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SG58 VZR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SG58 VZR, 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 SG58 VZR?

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What year was SG58 VZR registered?

SG58 VZR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is SG58 VZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG58 VZR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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