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K3 YSP

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,095 mi
Last recorded52,095 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 YSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 52,095 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2017 52,092 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 52,087 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 50,876 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 50,857 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 43,468 miles

low washer light on,steering damper damp, o/s/r brake pads are low

Pass 26 Jan 2010 37,183 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 33,447 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 30,922 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,287 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 28,508 miles

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

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

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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K3 YSP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K3 YSP, 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

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What year was K3 YSP registered?

K3 YSP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is K3 YSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 YSP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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