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A8 AFK

1998 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

153,897 mi
Last recorded153,897 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz C106,927 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 AFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2009 153,897 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 141,528 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 141,526 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 132,261 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2006 114,171 miles

Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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A8 AFK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A8 AFK, 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

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What year was A8 AFK registered?

A8 AFK is a 1998 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A8 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 AFK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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