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T609 DLR

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Lpg 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

162,780 mi
Last recorded162,780 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT609 DLR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 162,780 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 159,641 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 158,178 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 158,178 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 156,525 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 156,192 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 155,903 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 154,952 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 144,985 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 134,494 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 124,117 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 113,844 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 104,967 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 97,266 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 90,091 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 81,135 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 72,961 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 60,566 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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T609 DLR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,799cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 T609 DLR, 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 T609 DLR registered?

T609 DLR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is T609 DLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T609 DLR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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