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YS21 JOA

2021 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,908 mi
Last recorded53,908 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz C30,054 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS21 JOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 53,908 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear diff flexy disc split

Fail 16 Apr 2026 53,907 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both excessive smear (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear diff flexy disc split

Pass 23 Apr 2025 44,259 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 44,214 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator light displayed (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2024 28,607 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 26,847 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))

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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YS21 JOA is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 30,054 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 YS21 JOA, 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 5 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 YS21 JOA registered?

YS21 JOA is a 2021 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2021.

Is YS21 JOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS21 JOA shows 6 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.

Does YS21 JOA have outstanding finance?

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