2018 Mercedes-Benz C 3.0L Petrol · SM55 EDS
2018 Mercedes-Benz C (3.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 63,172 miles. MOT valid until 09 Oct 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,172 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SM55 EDS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2026
- 63,172 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
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SM55 EDS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz C (SM55 EDS) between October 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
SM55 EDS Mileage History
- 11/10/202339,016 mi
- 01/10/202446,847 mi+7,831 mi
- 29/09/202555,583 mi+8,736 mi
- 10/10/202555,678 mi+95 mi
- 12/09/202663,172 mi+7,494 mi
Average of roughly 8,269 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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