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T734 BGM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

182,664 mi
Last recorded182,664 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT734 BGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 182,664 miles

nearside and offside front coil spring cups slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2015 170,559 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 170,559 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 May 2014 165,372 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside floor pans rusty

Pass 3 Jun 2013 161,513 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 May 2013 161,466 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 May 2012 154,787 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 18 May 2011 148,807 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2010 142,245 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 137,618 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 137,609 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2008 133,528 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 129,846 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 May 2007 129,846 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 124,716 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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T734 BGM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T734 BGM, 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 T734 BGM registered?

T734 BGM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 1999.

Is T734 BGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T734 BGM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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