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H14 MGX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,006 mi
Last recorded115,006 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH14 MGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2024 115,006 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 112,864 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Dec 2023 112,864 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 110,761 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 110,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 103,361 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Dec 2020 93,287 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 92,331 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 91,810 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 90,769 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 89,640 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 88,836 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 88,215 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 86,363 miles

Nearside 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 84,905 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 83,434 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 83,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 80,621 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 75,862 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 73,736 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 69,080 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 61,391 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 51,690 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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H14 MGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 H14 MGX, 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 H14 MGX registered?

H14 MGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is H14 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H14 MGX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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