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AC68 GEL

2018 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,572 mi
Last recorded75,572 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz C39,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC68 GEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 75,572 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2026 75,567 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both headlamps (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres 225/45/18; excessive outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2025 65,677 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 53,610 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 39,021 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2023 39,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 24,260 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 16,333 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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AC68 GEL is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 39,876 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 AC68 GEL, 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 8 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 AC68 GEL registered?

AC68 GEL is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is AC68 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC68 GEL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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