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BU20 FNL

2020 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,000 mi
Last recorded66,000 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2020 Mercedes-benz C32,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU20 FNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 66,000 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 56,362 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 37,881 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Apr 2024 37,881 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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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BU20 FNL is a 2020 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2020 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 32,100 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 BU20 FNL, 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 6 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 BU20 FNL registered?

BU20 FNL is a 2020 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2020.

Is BU20 FNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU20 FNL shows 4 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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