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AC02 DES

2021 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,913 mi
Last recorded19,913 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz C30,054 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC02 DES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 19,913 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 14,958 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 14,946 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed All 4 tyres inner edges worn to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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AC02 DES is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AC02 DES, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AC02 DES?

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What year was AC02 DES registered?

AC02 DES is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 2021.

Is AC02 DES safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC02 DES shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC02 DES have outstanding finance?

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