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H16 TWK

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

75,345 mi
Last recorded75,345 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 TWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 75,345 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play vertical movement in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play vertical movement in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 75,345 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play vertical movement in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play vertical movement in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn at edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 64,832 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2024 64,832 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended seat belt trapped under seat (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached mounting bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 60,486 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 60,414 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 59,889 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 58,932 miles

front wiper blade is detiorating

Pass 26 Oct 2017 57,719 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 56,602 miles

slight seepage from steering damper

Pass 29 Oct 2015 55,653 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 54,384 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 52,364 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 50,620 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 48,035 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 46,153 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 44,342 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 44,342 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 41,878 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 40,486 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 38,533 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 36,647 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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H16 TWK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 H16 TWK, 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 H16 TWK?

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What year was H16 TWK registered?

H16 TWK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 December 1999.

Is H16 TWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 TWK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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