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HU53 LSU

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

105,109 mi
Last recorded105,109 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHU53 LSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 105,109 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 103,985 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 19 Oct 2023 103,762 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 103,608 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 101,536 miles

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

rear tyres on LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 7 Sep 2021 95,171 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 90,595 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 75,044 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 75,044 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 69,335 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 59,721 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 54,819 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

undershield

Fail 1 Jun 2016 54,819 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

undershield

Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,065 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 41,018 miles

o/s rear tyre perrished inner edge

Pass 6 Aug 2013 26,734 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake pads wearing slightly

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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HU53 LSU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HU53 LSU, 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 HU53 LSU?

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What year was HU53 LSU registered?

HU53 LSU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is HU53 LSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HU53 LSU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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