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S556 WBC

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,391 mi
Last recorded100,391 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS556 WBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 100,391 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 93,401 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 83,755 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 72,477 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 66,356 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 66,356 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 60,917 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 53,743 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 48,697 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 44,030 miles

chip in n/s/f headlight

Pass 2 Feb 2007 39,970 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 35,080 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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S556 WBC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 S556 WBC, 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 S556 WBC registered?

S556 WBC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is S556 WBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S556 WBC shows 12 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.

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