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C21 PDJ

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,043 mi
Last recorded24,043 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 PDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 24,043 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 21,501 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 17,954 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen chipped in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 16,058 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 16,012 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 13,134 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 10,324 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 7,114 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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C21 PDJ is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 45,611 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 C21 PDJ, 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 9 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 C21 PDJ?

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What year was C21 PDJ registered?

C21 PDJ is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2017.

Is C21 PDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 PDJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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