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JC02 BYE

2014 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

225,121 mi
Last recorded225,121 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz C62,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJC02 BYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 225,121 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 138,714 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 135,902 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 126,704 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Tyres Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2023 126,612 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Tyres Inner Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 114,431 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

drivers seat in poor condition

Pass 1 Feb 2021 105,207 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower daytime running light lens has slight damage

Pass 23 Jan 2020 100,299 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge advise replacement

Fail 23 Jan 2020 100,299 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge advise replacement

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 82,986 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 66,800 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 48,913 miles

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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JC02 BYE is a 2014 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 62,781 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 JC02 BYE, 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 12 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 JC02 BYE?

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What year was JC02 BYE registered?

JC02 BYE is a 2014 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 January 2014.

Is JC02 BYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for JC02 BYE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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