2010 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · TB10 LJB
2010 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 138,623 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2010
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,623 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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TB10 LJB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2025
- 138,623 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
TB10 LJB 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (TB10 LJB) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
TB10 LJB Mileage History
- 09/06/2023114,464 mi
- 12/06/2024135,389 mi+20,925 mi
- 14/05/2025138,617 mi+3,228 mi
- 19/05/2025138,623 mi+6 mi
- 03/06/2025138,623 mi
Average of roughly 12,168 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
The rear subframe rots from the inside out, leading to MOT failure. Mercedes often replaces these under goodwill.
- Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) failureSerious
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