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N2 GRR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,403 mi
Last recorded62,403 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN2 GRR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 62,403 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Fail 24 Feb 2026 62,393 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 13 Feb 2025 61,582 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 60,532 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 59,710 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 58,996 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 57,507 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 56,410 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 56,410 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 54,650 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 54,650 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 50,976 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 47,374 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 45,606 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 42,985 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 42,985 miles

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,281 miles

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

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

knocking noise front both track control arm bushes

Fail 26 Feb 2013 41,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

knocking noise front both track control arm bushes

Pass 20 Feb 2012 38,644 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 36,704 miles

weep from gearbox

Pass 12 Feb 2010 33,332 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 29,678 miles

unable to fully inspect sills & underside of vehicle due to covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2008 26,062 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 26,062 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 22,323 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 19,246 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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N2 GRR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N2 GRR, 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 N2 GRR?

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What year was N2 GRR registered?

N2 GRR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is N2 GRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N2 GRR shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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