MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
180,843 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
fuel pipes corroded
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MBZ 3831 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 MBZ 3831, 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 MBZ 3831?
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What year was MBZ 3831 registered?
MBZ 3831 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 January 1999.
Is MBZ 3831 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MBZ 3831 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MBZ 3831 have outstanding finance?
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