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S698 GDM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

111,112 mi
Last recorded111,112 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS698 GDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 111,112 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 111,052 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases two sections corroded (6.1.2 (a))

both front brake back plates corroeded

Pass 9 Jan 2023 110,366 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 110,360 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 110,020 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 109,655 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 108,154 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 107,713 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 106,434 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 105,875 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 105,318 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 104,780 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 104,780 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

rear brakes squeeling when service brake applied oil service required

Pass 29 Nov 2013 104,012 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 104,012 miles

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 102,915 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 101,900 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 101,105 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 101,105 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 100,699 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 100,699 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 99,528 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 96,071 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 94,228 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 89,424 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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S698 GDM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S698 GDM, 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 S698 GDM registered?

S698 GDM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 1999.

Is S698 GDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S698 GDM shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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