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18 VD

2021 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Electric diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,566 mi
Last recorded57,566 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz C30,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration18 VD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeElectric diesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 57,566 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2026 57,554 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2026 58,175 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2025 53,639 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 53,639 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Rectified at the time of test (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Rectified at the time of test (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 55,319 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 41,371 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 45,342 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 28,912 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 25,820 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 37,004 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Spring link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 28,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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18 VD is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,993cc electric diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 30,054 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 18 VD, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 18 VD registered?

18 VD is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2021.

Is 18 VD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 18 VD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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