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S852 XRJ

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,109 mi
Last recorded117,109 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS852 XRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 3 May 2014 117,109 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bodywork rusty no sharp edges

Pass 30 Apr 2013 112,901 miles

Oil leak.

Rear ferrules slightly corroded.

All brake discs pitted.

Front number plate slightly de-laminated, easily readable.

Windscreen chipped in zone A, less than 10mm across.

Pass 28 Feb 2012 105,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front indicator bulbs starting to show white light

general corrosion to vehicle underbody

Pass 31 Jan 2011 97,643 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

metal brake pipes greased

plastic sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Jan 2010 87,572 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 78,847 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Dec 2007 71,998 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 62,545 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 54,984 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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S852 XRJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S852 XRJ, 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 S852 XRJ?

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What year was S852 XRJ registered?

S852 XRJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S852 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S852 XRJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S852 XRJ have outstanding finance?

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