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S5 FCF

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

131,820 mi
Last recorded131,820 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 FCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 131,820 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 129,395 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 126,805 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 124,443 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 118,155 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 113,928 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 107,920 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 97,565 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 89,082 miles

FRONT TYYRES,REAR TYRES,SLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE

Fail 13 Nov 2007 89,082 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

FRONT TYYRES,REAR TYRES,SLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 80,969 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Nov 2005 72,689 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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S5 FCF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc 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 S5 FCF, 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 S5 FCF?

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What year was S5 FCF registered?

S5 FCF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 1999.

Is S5 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 FCF 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.

Does S5 FCF have outstanding finance?

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