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DHZ 2261

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

117,436 mi
Last recorded117,436 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2009
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 2261
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2009 117,436 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 114,464 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 114,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 111,740 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 111,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

n/s and o/s rear tyres light cracking in treads

Pass 17 Sep 2005 104,905 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 104,899 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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DHZ 2261 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,759 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 DHZ 2261, 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 27 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 DHZ 2261?

You can check the full history of DHZ 2261 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DHZ 2261 registered?

DHZ 2261 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is DHZ 2261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHZ 2261 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHZ 2261 have outstanding finance?

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