MOT Status
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121,130 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective cracked clamp (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear under shield slightly loose
Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective cracked clamp (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear under shield slightly loose
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Rear exhaust clamp cracked
Nearside Rear undertray slightly loose
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coil (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel BRAKE PEDAL FADING (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel BRAKE PEDAL FADING (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint rearward arm. just passed (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
o/s/r exhaust heat shield in secure
under trays fitted obscuring some components
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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R55 RJG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 81,042 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 R55 RJG, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R55 RJG registered?
R55 RJG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2008.
Is R55 RJG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R55 RJG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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