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R1 OSW

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,284 mi
Last recorded86,284 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 OSW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 86,284 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 85,820 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 85,091 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 84,348 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 83,709 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 83,142 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 82,467 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 82,004 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 81,081 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 80,189 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 78,766 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2015 77,172 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 75,566 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 73,567 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 69,200 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 69,200 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 64,688 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 60,034 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 60,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 56,119 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front wiper split but still clearing

Pass 17 Sep 2008 51,688 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 47,343 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 39,729 miles

slight dampness to rear differential offside drive shaft seal area

Pass 20 Sep 2005 33,821 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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R1 OSW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R1 OSW, 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.

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What year was R1 OSW registered?

R1 OSW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 1999.

Is R1 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 OSW shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R1 OSW have outstanding finance?

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