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AFG 559S

1978 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,407 mi
Last recorded93,407 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2007
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz C107,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFG 559S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2007 93,407 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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AFG 559S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 107,645 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 AFG 559S, 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 48 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 AFG 559S?

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What year was AFG 559S registered?

AFG 559S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is AFG 559S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFG 559S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFG 559S have outstanding finance?

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