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GU55 RPS

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,556 mi
Last recorded71,556 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU55 RPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 71,556 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 71,556 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 68,059 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

full under trays fitted

Fail 13 Jun 2025 68,053 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 zr 18 95 y xl (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

full under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2024 63,188 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 55,415 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 55,307 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 46,450 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 38,775 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 38,763 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 37,932 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jan 2020 37,937 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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GU55 RPS is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 45,611 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 GU55 RPS, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU55 RPS registered?

GU55 RPS is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 January 2017.

Is GU55 RPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU55 RPS shows 12 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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