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MERCEDES-BENZ C2017 · 3.0L Petrol

SH08 ACE

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 81,855 miles recorded, this Black 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C runs on Petrol with a 2996cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.

MOT
Expired
Expires 02/05/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
2996cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 1 May 2025 at 81,855 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows a failure on the same day, the lack of listed defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 9,095 miles per year. The distance covered between 2 May 2023 (53,933 miles) and 19 April 2024 (70,040 miles) shows a slight increase in usage, totaling over 16,000 miles in a single year. However, the current reading of 81,855 miles remains within typical parameters for a 2017 model. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, showing no advisories or failures related to suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion over the last four years. This absence of flagged issues suggests a disciplined approach to preventative maintenance by previous owners. There are no recurring faults to indicate systemic mechanical deterioration. A physical inspection should still focus on standard wear items that MOT testers may overlook if they meet the minimum legal threshold. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads, as the jump in mileage between 2023 and 2024 likely accelerated the wear on these consumables. Verify the service history to ensure oil changes and filter replacements align with the mileage increases.

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58
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mercedes-Benz C (SH08 ACE) from 2017 show a total of 5 MOT tests between May 2022 and May 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mercedes-Benz has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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