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GU18 LXK

2018 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

127,201 mi
Last recorded127,201 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz C39,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU18 LXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 127,201 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 123,946 miles

Engine cover undertrays fitted and insecure

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2025 123,946 miles

Engine cover undertrays fitted and insecure

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 119,809 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 102,078 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 83,448 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 80,673 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 77,831 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 64,206 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 64,205 miles

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

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

Nearside 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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GU18 LXK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 39,876 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 GU18 LXK, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU18 LXK?

You can check the full history of GU18 LXK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GU18 LXK registered?

GU18 LXK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2018.

Is GU18 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU18 LXK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU18 LXK have outstanding finance?

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