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LR18 AFV

2018 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,810 mi
Last recorded63,810 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz C39,876 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR18 AFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 63,810 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 56,671 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 50,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, tread damaged & low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, tread damaged & low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 50,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, tread damaged & low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, tread damaged & low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 43,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Small damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Small damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Tread slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 37,571 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 37,571 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 26,997 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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LR18 AFV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR18 AFV, 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 LR18 AFV?

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What year was LR18 AFV registered?

LR18 AFV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is LR18 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR18 AFV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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