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T787 ARM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,617 mi
Last recorded51,617 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT787 ARM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2025 51,617 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 51,535 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 51,204 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2021 50,808 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 50,168 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 48,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 40,500 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 36,086 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak rear diff ()

Pass 28 May 2016 34,629 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 32,999 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 31,720 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 30,533 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 30,533 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2012 29,175 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 27,535 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,063 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,599 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 22,953 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 21,207 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 19,930 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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T787 ARM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T787 ARM, 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 T787 ARM registered?

T787 ARM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 July 1999.

Is T787 ARM safe to buy?

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