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2 EB

1971 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,187 mi
Last recorded145,187 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2011
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz C98,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 EB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2011 145,187 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 142,920 miles

srs light on

Fail 8 Jan 2010 142,920 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

srs light on

Pass 29 Dec 2008 138,790 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 129,512 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 122,448 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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2 EB is a 1971 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 98,086 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2 EB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2 EB?

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What year was 2 EB registered?

2 EB is a 1971 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is 2 EB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 EB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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