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T169 KNV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,000 mi
Last recorded124,000 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT169 KNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 124,000 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 118,156 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 112,271 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 104,177 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 97,251 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 91,534 miles

both rear indicators discoloured

nearside front tyre wearing low

rear reg plate deteriorating

Pass 24 Jul 2013 87,491 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 84,022 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 84,022 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 79,509 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2011 79,509 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 76,317 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 73,324 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 70,559 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 67,601 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 62,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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T169 KNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T169 KNV, 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.

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What year was T169 KNV registered?

T169 KNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 June 1999.

Is T169 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T169 KNV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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