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T455 GNV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

168,060 mi
Last recorded168,060 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT455 GNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 168,060 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 164,551 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 May 2015 164,551 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Jun 2014 160,290 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 154,966 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 147,530 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 142,555 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 138,110 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 132,538 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 126,221 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 123,904 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 May 2006 115,996 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both n/s and o/s/r brake flexi hose perished but not showing cords

cannot see front brake pads to test

rear number plate laminate seperating

small free play in o/s/f wheel bearing

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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T455 GNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T455 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 T455 GNV registered?

T455 GNV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 June 1999.

Is T455 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T455 GNV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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