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M12 BVT

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,440 mi
Last recorded117,440 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 BVT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2014 117,440 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 113,130 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 111,035 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 110,974 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 108,335 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 105,000 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 100,133 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 94,439 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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M12 BVT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M12 BVT, 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 M12 BVT registered?

M12 BVT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 October 1999.

Is M12 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 BVT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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