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700 XCU

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,818 mi
Last recorded57,818 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration700 XCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 57,818 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2024 51,489 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 41,844 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 31,221 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Oct 2022 31,221 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 20,721 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 18,961 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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700 XCU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 45,611 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 700 XCU, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 700 XCU registered?

700 XCU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 October 2017.

Is 700 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 700 XCU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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