2008 MERCEDES — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- MERCEDES
- Year
- 2008
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- SILVER
- Engine
- 1991 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Taxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Valid
- MOT due
- was due 12 June 2026
- Last recorded mileage
- 57,966 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 39/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2008 Mercedes has 19 MOT tests on record with a 74% pass rate and 57,966 miles. While many issues were resolved, the sheer volume of recurring faults, particularly in suspension and lighting, indicates a vehicle that requires careful pre-purchase inspection.
The mileage trajectory is consistent with normal UK usage, averaging 9,685 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, though a 2019 service gap is noted.
Things to check
- Recurring major failures in suspension (coil springs, arms) across multiple tests.
- Persistent major failures in lighting (headlamps, wipers) across multiple tests.
- Recurring major failures in brakes (hose) across multiple tests.
- Recurring major failures in anti-roll bar link across multiple tests.
Working in its favour
- Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
- Most recent MOT passed despite 5 historical failures
- Valid MOT until June 2026, providing immediate peace of mind.
- Consistent mileage trajectory with no suspicious drops or spikes.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 14/19 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2011 | PASS | 57,966 mi |
USER ENTERED o/s/front caliper slightly damp, poss. grease
|
| Dec 2012 | PASS | 75,994 mi | None recorded |
| Dec 2013 | PASS | 88,903 mi |
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
|
| Dec 2014 | PASS | 101,939 mi | None recorded |
| Nov 2015 | PASS | 109,592 mi | None recorded |
| Nov 2016 | PASS | 116,834 mi | None recorded |
| Nov 2017 | PASS | 124,033 mi |
ADVISORY Rear washer not working ADVISORY Rear wiper not working/insecure ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d) ADVISORY Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
|
| Nov 2018 | FAIL | 129,796 mi |
PRS Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
|
| Nov 2018 | PASS | 129,796 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
|
| Jun 2020 | PASS | 145,543 mi | None recorded |
| May 2021 | FAIL | 148,871 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e)) PRS Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
|
| May 2021 | PASS | 148,871 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
|
| May 2022 | PASS | 154,305 mi | None recorded |
| May 2023 | FAIL | 157,965 mi |
MAJOR Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i)) MAJOR Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
|
| May 2023 | PASS | 157,965 mi | None recorded |
| Jun 2024 | FAIL | 165,263 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MINOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i)) PRS Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a)) PRS Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
|
| Jun 2024 | PASS | 165,263 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MINOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
|
| Jun 2025 | FAIL | 168,929 mi |
MAJOR Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c)) MAJOR Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c)) MAJOR Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
|
| Jun 2025 | PASS | 168,929 mi | None recorded |
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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BV58 UOH, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.