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HN70 MLV

2020 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,657 mi
Last recorded56,657 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2020 Mercedes-benz C32,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN70 MLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 56,657 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread position incorrect but still readable (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear body damaged, not likely to cause injury

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2025 56,657 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread position incorrect but still readable (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear body damaged, not likely to cause injury

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 46,748 miles

Front bumper and number plate damage

Pass 11 Oct 2023 35,472 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 35,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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HN70 MLV is a 2020 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2020 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 32,100 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 HN70 MLV, 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 6 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 HN70 MLV registered?

HN70 MLV is a 2020 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 October 2020.

Is HN70 MLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN70 MLV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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