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T482 DVV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,726 mi
Last recorded193,726 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT482 DVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 193,726 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all fuel pipes and brake pipes covered in copper grease

Pass 14 May 2012 187,773 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes corroded

exhaust corroded

front and rear flexy hoses deteriorated

front indicators discoloured

front springs corroded

fuel pipes corroded

horn poor

oil leak

rear springs not visable as coverd by plastic trims

Pass 14 May 2011 181,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

brake pipes corroded

flexy hoses deteriorated

horn

indicators discoloured

springs corroded

Pass 10 May 2010 175,234 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

horn

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

wiper blade worn

Pass 13 May 2009 168,406 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 May 2009 168,406 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2008 162,299 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 154,789 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 146,018 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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T482 DVV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T482 DVV, 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 T482 DVV registered?

T482 DVV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 May 1999.

Is T482 DVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T482 DVV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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