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STR 258

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

166,689 mi
Last recorded166,689 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTR 258
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 166,689 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2026 166,689 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2025 162,503 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 160,027 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 156,655 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 156,655 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 152,069 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 146,433 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 141,506 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 137,456 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 131,793 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 124,185 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 118,053 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 113,479 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 107,376 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 100,465 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 93,350 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 85,019 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 78,416 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 71,657 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 64,494 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 57,124 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 49,096 miles

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

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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STR 258 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 STR 258, 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

How do I check the history of STR 258?

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What year was STR 258 registered?

STR 258 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is STR 258 safe to buy?

The MOT history for STR 258 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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