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A1 UGK

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

137,886 mi
Last recorded137,886 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 UGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 137,886 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 137,033 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 137,033 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 135,990 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 134,815 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 133,895 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 133,895 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 132,849 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 131,193 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 125,505 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 122,850 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 122,850 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 120,627 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 118,607 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 115,294 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 111,710 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 111,710 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 106,750 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 104,704 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 104,704 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 101,679 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 100,965 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 98,721 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 95,682 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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A1 UGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,759 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 A1 UGK, 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 27 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 A1 UGK?

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What year was A1 UGK registered?

A1 UGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is A1 UGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 UGK shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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