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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 1.9L Diesel · BU20 AUW

BU20 AUW

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC (1.9L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 2020. Recorded mileage 95,080 miles. MOT expired on 07 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC
Year / Origin
2020 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 07 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
95,080 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 Nov 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2020
Engine
1950cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates stable roadworthiness, with no defects recorded in its most recent November 2025 MOT at 95,080 miles. Previous tests from 2023 to 2024 also showed no issues, indicating consistent maintenance. No advisories or failures were noted across the four recorded assessments, suggesting the owner has addressed necessary repairs promptly. The absence of critical faults in the latest test implies the car remains compliant with safety standards, though high mileage raises potential concerns for wear-prone components. The vehicle’s mileage of 95,080 miles at 6 years old equates to an average of 15,847 miles annually, exceeding typical usage for its age. Spacing between MOTs was irregular, with the longest gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests (13 months), which may indicate inconsistent servicing. Rapid accumulation from 43,918 miles in 2023 to 95,080 miles by 2025 suggests frequent use, increasing risk of accelerated wear on brakes, suspension, and drivetrain elements. While no defects were flagged, this pattern warrants scrutiny of components likely affected by heavy usage. A buyer should inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for wear, as these are common failure points at this mileage. The exhaust system and underbody corrosion should also be checked, as MOTs do not assess structural integrity or hidden rust. No advisories were recorded, but the vehicle’s high annual mileage implies potential strain on consumables like tyres and fluid systems. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on these areas to confirm no latent issues were overlooked in the MOT history.
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BU20 AUW Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/11/2025
  • 95,080 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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BU20 AUW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Oct 2026, 12:05
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Mercedes-Benz Glc (BU20 AUW) between February 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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FAIL
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BU20 AUW Mileage History

  1. 02/02/202343,918 mi
  2. 25/01/202465,360 mi+21,442 mi
  3. 28/01/202584,690 mi+19,330 mi
  4. 08/11/202595,080 mi+10,390 mi

Average of roughly 18,504 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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