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T257 BJW

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,455 mi
Last recorded115,455 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT257 BJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2015 115,455 miles

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

slight weep from diff casing

Pass 4 Aug 2014 106,831 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 95,372 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 86,502 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 83,844 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,160 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 77,454 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 73,534 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 69,614 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 64,165 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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T257 BJW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T257 BJW, 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

How do I check the history of T257 BJW?

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What year was T257 BJW registered?

T257 BJW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 March 1999.

Is T257 BJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T257 BJW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T257 BJW have outstanding finance?

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