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SRD 1Y

2001 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,807 mi
Last recorded14,807 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRD 1Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 14,807 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 14,635 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 14,254 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 13,999 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 13,693 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 13,267 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 13,072 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 12,823 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 12,605 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 11,985 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 11,691 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 11,071 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 10,802 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,444 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 10,444 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 9,803 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 9,412 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 8,869 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 8,352 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 7,530 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 6,530 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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SRD 1Y is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SRD 1Y, 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 SRD 1Y registered?

SRD 1Y is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 August 2001.

Is SRD 1Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRD 1Y shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SRD 1Y have outstanding finance?

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