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FB52 CAV

2002 Mercedes-benz C 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,346 mi
Last recorded87,346 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz C 32075,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB52 CAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2016 87,346 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 67,132 miles

o/s/f inner brake pad close to/on limit

play in o/s/f anti roll bar drop link

Pass 2 May 2014 55,626 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 46,246 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 26 May 2012 33,793 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 19,911 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 17,111 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 14,681 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 12,495 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 11,701 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 10,123 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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FB52 CAV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 75,992 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 FB52 CAV, 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 24 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 FB52 CAV registered?

FB52 CAV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is FB52 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB52 CAV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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