MOT Status
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
battery light on dash
coolant light on dash
exhaust system corroded and weak
fuel lines corroded
Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
battery light on dash
coolant light on dash
exhaust system corroded and weak
fuel lines corroded
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
slight play in steering box
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?
Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C20 CTS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 103,785 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 S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C20 CTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of C20 CTS?
You can check the full history of C20 CTS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was C20 CTS registered?
C20 CTS is a 1998 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 June 1998.
Is C20 CTS safe to buy?
The MOT history for C20 CTS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C20 CTS have outstanding finance?
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