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B3 FOX

2018 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,106 mi
Last recorded115,106 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz C39,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 FOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 115,106 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 245/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 99,195 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 84,313 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 69,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close lower inner edge 225/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear worn close 245/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 69,298 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close lower inner edge 225/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear worn close 245/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 54,375 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 39,621 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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B3 FOX is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B3 FOX, 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 B3 FOX registered?

B3 FOX is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is B3 FOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 FOX 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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