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NIW 640

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2016
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,566 mi
Last recorded79,566 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIW 640
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 79,566 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2015 79,458 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 75,453 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 75,453 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 70,735 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 64,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Aug 2013 63,928 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2012 53,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Aug 2012 53,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2011 43,723 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 43,526 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 43,041 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 42,605 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 41,997 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 41,365 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 35,315 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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NIW 640 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NIW 640, 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 NIW 640?

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What year was NIW 640 registered?

NIW 640 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is NIW 640 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIW 640 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NIW 640 have outstanding finance?

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