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E7 STT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,241 mi
Last recorded93,241 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE7 STT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 93,241 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 87,437 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2014 87,431 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 82,291 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 72,993 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 62,474 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 50,254 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Aug 2010 50,243 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 45,404 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Aug 2008 40,055 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 40,046 miles

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

slight free-play in both front wheel bearings

under body shields fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2007 34,591 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 29,036 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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E7 STT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 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 E7 STT, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E7 STT?

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What year was E7 STT registered?

E7 STT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is E7 STT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E7 STT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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