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T314 BLJ

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

198,181 mi
Last recorded198,181 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT314 BLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 198,181 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive covers + shields fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

rear diff leaking oil

under vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

Fail 27 Sep 2022 198,180 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all visible (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive covers + shields fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

rear diff leaking oil

rear fog lamp switch working but defective

under vehicle + all steering / suspension components corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2020 186,775 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 173,400 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 163,902 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 161,476 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 160,707 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 160,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 159,569 miles

both lower arms slight play

Pass 27 Sep 2014 157,919 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 156,121 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2013 156,121 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 153,642 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 150,384 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 147,901 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 142,571 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 131,875 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 120,118 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 106,893 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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T314 BLJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T314 BLJ, 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 T314 BLJ registered?

T314 BLJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 1999.

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