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J8 FRB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,524 mi
Last recorded100,524 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 FRB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 100,524 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre age cracked

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Tyre side wall rubber cut

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil leak Advisory

Pass 11 Jul 2015 91,130 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine has a oil leak

rear anti-roll bar D bushes have some wear

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 28 Jul 2014 83,834 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 75,261 miles

slight play in n/side front wheel bearing

Fail 1 Aug 2013 75,261 miles

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

slight play in n/side front wheel bearing

Pass 3 Dec 2012 71,163 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2011 64,723 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 64,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 56,974 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 49,061 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 40,348 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 31,391 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 21,580 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 13,939 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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J8 FRB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J8 FRB, 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

How do I check the history of J8 FRB?

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What year was J8 FRB registered?

J8 FRB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is J8 FRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 FRB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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