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T209 VJN

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Lpg 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,471 mi
Last recorded150,471 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT209 VJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 150,471 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 138,714 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 134,710 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 133,083 miles

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

front exhaust hanger broken off

front exhaust pipe to manifold bolts badly corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2012 133,083 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

front exhaust hanger broken off

front exhaust pipe to manifold bolts badly corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2011 125,510 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 125,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 120,254 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 113,668 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 108,415 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 99,895 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 82,150 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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T209 VJN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T209 VJN, 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

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What year was T209 VJN registered?

T209 VJN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 1999.

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