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T71 RNJ

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

86,499 mi
Last recorded86,499 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT71 RNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 86,499 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2025 86,478 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 86,367 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 86,330 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 86,260 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 86,080 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 85,957 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 85,715 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 85,515 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 85,480 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 86,325 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 85,902 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 84,640 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 83,918 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 83,199 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 80,586 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 76,526 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 71,143 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 67,386 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 67,386 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 61,888 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 56,543 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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T71 RNJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 T71 RNJ, 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 T71 RNJ?

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What year was T71 RNJ registered?

T71 RNJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 1999.

Is T71 RNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T71 RNJ shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T71 RNJ have outstanding finance?

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