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T789 AFV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,506 mi
Last recorded156,506 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT789 AFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2010 156,506 miles

rear brake pads worn thin

Pass 4 Nov 2009 145,723 miles

sill/arch/underside covers fitted

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2009 145,719 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

sill/arch/underside covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2008 132,611 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 117,690 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 98,025 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 79,178 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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T789 AFV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T789 AFV, 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 T789 AFV registered?

T789 AFV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 1999.

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The MOT history for T789 AFV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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