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DJ12 DWN

2016 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,834 mi
Last recorded111,834 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz C53,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJ12 DWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 111,834 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2026 111,834 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2025 94,546 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 94,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 82,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm inner edge worn bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 72,954 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 62,878 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 52,774 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 43,613 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2020 40,792 miles

Brake pad wear warning message on

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

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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DJ12 DWN is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 53,864 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 DJ12 DWN, 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 10 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 DJ12 DWN registered?

DJ12 DWN is a 2016 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 December 2016.

Is DJ12 DWN safe to buy?

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