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FGK 450X

1982 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

99,752 mi
Last recorded99,752 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz C125,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGK 450X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2021 99,752 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 98,921 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 98,256 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 98,256 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 96,840 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 95,198 miles

Offside seat runner mechanism worn

Rear both anti roll bar gaitors deteriorated

Pass 27 Apr 2015 93,156 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 90,468 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 86,842 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 86,837 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 86,833 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 20 Jan 2006 86,814 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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FGK 450X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 125,608 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 FGK 450X, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FGK 450X registered?

FGK 450X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 1982.

Is FGK 450X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGK 450X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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