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GU10 PTX

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,301 mi
Last recorded142,301 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU10 PTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 142,301 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 12 Sep 2017 125,009 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 113,702 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT MALFUNCTION LAMP ILLUMINATED ON DASH INDICATING A SYSTEM FAULT

Fail 5 Sep 2016 113,702 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT MALFUNCTION LAMP ILLUMINATED ON DASH INDICATING A SYSTEM FAULT

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 99,140 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front SLIGHT play in steering rack joint

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit - outer and inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Sep 2015 99,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front SLIGHT play in steering rack joint

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit - outer and inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 84,278 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2013 63,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Mar 2013 63,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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GU10 PTX is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GU10 PTX, 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

How do I check the history of GU10 PTX?

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What year was GU10 PTX registered?

GU10 PTX is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2010.

Is GU10 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU10 PTX shows 9 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.

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