2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · EJ58 HGG
2008 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 131,194 miles. MOT expired on 19 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,194 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EJ58 HGG Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2025
- 131,194 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EJ58 HGG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (EJ58 HGG) between December 2011 and March 2025.
The record contains 15 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 14 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (18 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 51 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Friction material broken away from metal (1.1.13 (c))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
EJ58 HGG Mileage History
- 15/12/201128,058 mi
- 28/12/201225,671 mi-2,387 mi
- 07/03/201350,912 mi+25,241 mi
- 07/03/201465,353 mi+14,441 mi
- 07/03/201465,354 mi+1 mi
- 19/03/201567,821 mi+2,467 mi
- 11/03/201674,066 mi+6,245 mi
- 11/03/201674,066 mi
- 15/03/201782,425 mi+8,359 mi
- 15/03/201782,429 mi+4 mi
- 15/03/201890,665 mi+8,236 mi
- 16/03/201890,665 mi
- 19/03/201998,340 mi+7,675 mi
- 20/03/201998,340 mi
- 25/02/2020107,188 mi+8,848 mi
- 25/02/2020107,189 mi+1 mi
- 04/03/2021111,586 mi+4,397 mi
- 08/03/2021111,586 mi
- 01/03/2022115,558 mi+3,972 mi
- 17/03/2023120,452 mi+4,894 mi
- 15/03/2024126,525 mi+6,073 mi
- 14/03/2025131,194 mi+4,669 mi
Average of roughly 7,786 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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