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ALT 169Y

1982 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,551 mi
Last recorded151,551 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz C125,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALT 169Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2022 151,551 miles

Exhaust corroded

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 151,545 miles

Exhaust corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 151,465 miles

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust corroded

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 151,125 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 151,056 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 148,862 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 144,988 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 144,264 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 142,655 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 138,875 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 134,792 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 129,497 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 124,421 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 118,220 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 112,272 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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ALT 169Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 125,608 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 ALT 169Y, 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 44 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 ALT 169Y?

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What year was ALT 169Y registered?

ALT 169Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 August 1982.

Is ALT 169Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALT 169Y shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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