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4374 VU

1997 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,066 mi
Last recorded143,066 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz C110,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4374 VU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2021 143,066 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 143,023 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 140,354 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 136,932 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 133,010 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 130,454 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 127,606 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 125,161 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 121,931 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 118,641 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 115,338 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 113,044 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 111,096 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 88,409 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 69,490 miles

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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4374 VU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 110,952 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 4374 VU, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 4374 VU?

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What year was 4374 VU registered?

4374 VU is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is 4374 VU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4374 VU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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