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T597 MGY

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,776 mi
Last recorded176,776 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT597 MGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2014 176,776 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Dec 2013 176,438 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 164,377 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 154,531 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 144,290 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 135,026 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 127,545 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 118,240 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 110,804 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 110,804 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 109,494 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 109,494 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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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T597 MGY is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel 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 T597 MGY, 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 T597 MGY registered?

T597 MGY is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 1999.

Is T597 MGY safe to buy?

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