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G9 VVK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

113,693 mi
Last recorded113,693 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 VVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 113,693 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 113,691 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 112,989 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 112,987 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing and OSR (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 112,450 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual/corrosion check

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 112,450 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual/corrosion check

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 110,758 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

Fail 10 Oct 2019 110,758 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

Pass 11 Oct 2018 108,386 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 108,386 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 105,015 miles

Covers fitted preventing a complete visual check

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 101,272 miles

Extensive covers underneath prevent a complete visual check

Fail 6 Oct 2016 101,236 miles

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

Extensive covers underneath prevent a complete visual check

Pass 9 Oct 2015 97,767 miles

Extensive covers underneath prevent some visual checks

Pass 7 Oct 2014 93,727 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 90,601 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 87,104 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 83,210 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 83,101 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 79,978 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 75,734 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 71,934 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 68,131 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 63,622 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 59,652 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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G9 VVK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 G9 VVK, 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

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What year was G9 VVK registered?

G9 VVK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is G9 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 VVK shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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