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T61 HGT

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

72,681 mi
Last recorded72,681 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT61 HGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 72,681 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 72,681 miles

Offside Rear Lower Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 72,637 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 72,635 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 72,439 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 72,439 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 71,728 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 70,418 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 68,770 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 65,819 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 65,081 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 61,930 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2015 61,930 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 60,169 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 60,169 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 57,549 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 57,549 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 54,145 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 50,720 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 49,225 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 48,080 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 44,513 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 43,965 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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T61 HGT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 T61 HGT, 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

How do I check the history of T61 HGT?

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What year was T61 HGT registered?

T61 HGT is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is T61 HGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T61 HGT shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T61 HGT have outstanding finance?

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