MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,394 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
child seat fitted n/s/r - unable to conduct full adult seat-belt check
inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle
n/s/r tyre damaged on outer sidewall
oil leak on rear differential unit
parking brake travel becoming excessive
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
child seat fitted n/s/r - unable to conduct full adult seat-belt check
inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle
n/s/r tyre damaged on outer sidewall
oil leak on rear differential unit
parking brake travel becoming excessive
poly v belt loose
some wear o/s steering rack arm
Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
poly v belt loose
some wear o/s steering rack arm
Nail in nearside front tyre
cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall
some play in both tie rod ends
poly v belt squeals
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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MKZ 2231 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 MKZ 2231, 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 MKZ 2231?
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What year was MKZ 2231 registered?
MKZ 2231 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2001.
Is MKZ 2231 safe to buy?
The MOT history for MKZ 2231 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MKZ 2231 have outstanding finance?
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