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F8 AMG

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 4266cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,176 mi
Last recorded149,176 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF8 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,266cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 149,176 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 149,142 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 143,347 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2011 137,863 miles

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

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

sill covers fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2011 137,863 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

sill covers fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2010 132,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 132,966 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 125,410 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 120,377 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2008 120,377 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 108,735 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 93,333 miles

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

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

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

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

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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F8 AMG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 4,266cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F8 AMG, 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 F8 AMG?

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What year was F8 AMG registered?

F8 AMG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is F8 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F8 AMG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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