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S275 OEO

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,477 mi
Last recorded152,477 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS275 OEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013 152,477 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 152,350 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 144,410 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 138,581 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 11 Apr 2011 138,398 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 130,769 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 130,769 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 119,561 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 108,655 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 94,520 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 77,780 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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S275 OEO is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 S275 OEO, 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

How do I check the history of S275 OEO?

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What year was S275 OEO registered?

S275 OEO is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S275 OEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S275 OEO shows 11 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.

Does S275 OEO have outstanding finance?

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