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EFZ 8949

2001 Mercedes-benz C 320

Green Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,141 mi
Last recorded96,141 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C 32079,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFZ 8949
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 96,141 miles

'SRS' light illuminated.

Handbrake mechanism slightly sticking.

O/S mirror assembly slightly insecure.

O/S/F seat slightly insecure.

Fail 24 May 2012 96,141 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

'SRS' light illuminated.

O/S mirror assembly slightly insecure.

O/S/F seat slightly insecure.

Pass 25 Jan 2010 77,464 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 72,915 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 68,963 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 61,673 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 4 Jan 2006 53,674 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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EFZ 8949 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Green with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 79,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EFZ 8949, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EFZ 8949 registered?

EFZ 8949 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is EFZ 8949 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFZ 8949 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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