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DLZ 242

2026 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

113,176 mi
Last recorded113,176 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 242
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2026
ColourSilver
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 113,176 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 102,397 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 87,875 miles

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Pass 11 Oct 2022 74,808 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 61,382 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 52,236 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 43,793 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 43,104 miles

Brake performance not tested due to failed tyres (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 21,217 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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DLZ 242 is a 2026 Mercedes-benz C in Silver. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DLZ 242, 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 0 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DLZ 242 registered?

DLZ 242 is a 2026 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 April 2026.

Is DLZ 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 242 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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