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S118 OLN

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,567 mi
Last recorded97,567 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS118 OLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2015 97,567 miles

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 97,493 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

coil spring corroded both sides fronts and rears (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 95,395 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

covers fitted to sills

Pass 9 Sep 2013 93,093 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 91,018 miles

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 91,004 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 87,915 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

drivers door catch faulty

Pass 26 Aug 2010 84,437 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 81,322 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 75,117 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 68,560 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 60,476 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 53,591 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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S118 OLN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 S118 OLN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S118 OLN registered?

S118 OLN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S118 OLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S118 OLN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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