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DK21 VLD

2021 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,281 mi
Last recorded57,281 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz C30,054 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK21 VLD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 57,281 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2026 57,277 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2025 45,814 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 42,352 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 28,374 miles

Front Wipers smearing on windscreen

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

Fail 26 Apr 2024 28,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wipers smearing on windscreen

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

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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DK21 VLD is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 30,054 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 DK21 VLD, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DK21 VLD registered?

DK21 VLD is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2021.

Is DK21 VLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK21 VLD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK21 VLD have outstanding finance?

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