MOT Status
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155,146 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides 20kg (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm, worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential pinion seal leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer pipe corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides 20kg (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm, worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential pinion seal leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer pipe corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn outer edges, secondary grooves (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes starting to corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn outer edges, secondary grooves (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes starting to corroded slightly (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
n/s/r tyre side wall perished
o/s/f tyre worn outter edge
Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
offside front brake binding slightly
Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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ALF 99Y is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 110,579 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 ALF 99Y, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was ALF 99Y registered?
ALF 99Y is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 1996.
Is ALF 99Y safe to buy?
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