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S1 VSG

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

111,540 mi
Last recorded111,540 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS1 VSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 111,540 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 109,715 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 106,979 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 106,979 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 104,263 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2023 104,263 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 101,196 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 98,483 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 95,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 91,452 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 86,379 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 81,354 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 75,897 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 71,423 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 62,825 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 60,138 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 53,398 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 49,340 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 46,606 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 43,168 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 38,850 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 35,802 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 28,400 miles

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

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

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

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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S1 VSG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S1 VSG, 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 S1 VSG?

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What year was S1 VSG registered?

S1 VSG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2001.

Is S1 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S1 VSG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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