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SBZ 3814

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,129 mi
Last recorded93,129 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 3814
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 93,129 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 82,248 miles

vehicle fitted with full length under tray

Pass 17 Jun 2015 78,773 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jun 2015 78,769 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 70,915 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 63,651 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 56,959 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 56,959 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 50,571 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 50,569 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 45,922 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 41,648 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 35,844 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 31,241 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 26,290 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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SBZ 3814 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 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 SBZ 3814, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SBZ 3814 registered?

SBZ 3814 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is SBZ 3814 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBZ 3814 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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