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AA51 CAN

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

150,133 mi
Last recorded150,133 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA51 CAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 150,133 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 144,186 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 144,186 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 141,446 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 141,445 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 137,932 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 131,299 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 118,999 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 118,999 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect incorrect spacing (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect incorrect spacing (0.1 (c))

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

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

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 2 Sep 2020 111,590 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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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AA51 CAN is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AA51 CAN, 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.

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What year was AA51 CAN registered?

AA51 CAN is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 September 2017.

Is AA51 CAN safe to buy?

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