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T431 GNV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,134 mi
Last recorded140,134 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT431 GNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 140,134 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 140,134 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 136,459 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front to Rear components corroded

Slight corrosion to rear underside

Pass 21 Jul 2014 136,440 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 134,296 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 127,691 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 127,691 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 May 2011 123,417 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 May 2011 123,417 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 118,297 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 111,972 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 May 2009 111,972 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 106,548 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 94,705 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 75,855 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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T431 GNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T431 GNV, 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 T431 GNV registered?

T431 GNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 1999.

Is T431 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T431 GNV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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