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MIW 4046

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,324 mi
Last recorded108,324 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIW 4046
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 108,324 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 103,814 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 95,534 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 89,759 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 82,041 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 79,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 79,600 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 77,557 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 74,595 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 73,415 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 73,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 73,016 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 72,568 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 72,568 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 71,804 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 70,768 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 69,390 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 68,342 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 64,952 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2009 64,952 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 57,796 miles

side repeater lenses broken (fitted in door mirrors)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 49,084 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 40,841 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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MIW 4046 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MIW 4046, 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 MIW 4046?

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What year was MIW 4046 registered?

MIW 4046 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is MIW 4046 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIW 4046 shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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