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T521 XSG

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,477 mi
Last recorded154,477 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT521 XSG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 154,477 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 146,157 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 130,557 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 130,557 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 124,293 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 118,318 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 118,318 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 111,134 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 103,952 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 95,697 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

DISCS CORRODED

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 95,697 miles

DISCS CORRODED

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 91,729 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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T521 XSG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T521 XSG, 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 T521 XSG registered?

T521 XSG is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 1999.

Is T521 XSG safe to buy?

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