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A2 XHX

1998 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,343 mi
Last recorded85,343 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz C106,927 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 XHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 85,343 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 80,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 78,522 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 73,621 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 66,317 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jun 2007 59,986 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 59,986 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 55,679 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A2 XHX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 106,927 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 A2 XHX, 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 28 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 A2 XHX?

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What year was A2 XHX registered?

A2 XHX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is A2 XHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 XHX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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