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AB11 RAS

2016 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,004 mi
Last recorded79,004 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB11 RAS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 79,004 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 79,004 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 75,420 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 71,270 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF, NSF tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 66,726 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2021 94,488 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2020 49,072 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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AB11 RAS is a 2016 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 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AB11 RAS, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AB11 RAS?

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What year was AB11 RAS registered?

AB11 RAS is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 December 2016.

Is AB11 RAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB11 RAS 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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