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ALZ 2524

1997 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,873 mi
Last recorded171,873 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz C110,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 2524
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 171,873 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all sub frame mounts, rear anti roll bar mounts ,o/s/r and n/s/r inner sill area,o/s/r and n/s/r4 lower arm mount area (6.1.B.2)

front wipers smearing

Fail 20 Jun 2017 171,873 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all sub frame mounts, rear anti roll bar mounts ,o/s/r and n/s/r inner sill area,o/s/r and n/s/r4 lower arm mount area (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

front wipers smearing

Pass 17 Jun 2016 164,442 miles

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view left door mirror defective (8.1.2a)

left head lamp cracked lense

Pass 11 Jun 2015 156,458 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 151,223 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 145,275 miles

n/s headlight cracked

Pass 13 Jun 2012 141,219 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2012 141,199 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 137,344 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 133,137 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 129,841 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 124,660 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 124,660 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2007 115,895 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 105,287 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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ALZ 2524 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 110,952 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 ALZ 2524, 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 29 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 ALZ 2524 registered?

ALZ 2524 is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is ALZ 2524 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 2524 shows 15 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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