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2018 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · X3 DKS

X3 DKS

2018 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Feb 2018. Recorded mileage 82,858 miles. MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2018 · Export Allocation
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
82,858 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Jun 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2018
Engine
2143cc
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X3 DKS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2026
  • 82,858 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

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X3 DKS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 11:15
MOT Analysis

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 (X3 DKS) between June 2023 and June 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 June 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: Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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X3 DKS Mileage History

  1. 16/06/202354,871 mi
  2. 03/06/202463,132 mi+8,261 mi
  3. 07/06/202572,846 mi+9,714 mi
  4. 18/06/202682,855 mi+10,009 mi
  5. 18/06/202682,858 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 9,311 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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2018 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
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