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DK10 VLJ

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,202 mi
Last recorded89,202 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK10 VLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 89,202 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 74,929 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 71,186 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 67,620 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear undertray slightly loose

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

Fail 2 Mar 2023 67,620 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear undertray slightly loose

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 62,187 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 56,711 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 55,509 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 51,658 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Feb 2018 47,538 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 42,218 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 36,897 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 31,540 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 26,330 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 21,820 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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DK10 VLJ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 DK10 VLJ, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK10 VLJ registered?

DK10 VLJ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2010.

Is DK10 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK10 VLJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK10 VLJ have outstanding finance?

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