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T852 DLM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

151,693 mi
Last recorded151,693 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT852 DLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2023 151,693 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 144,295 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 138,269 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 135,659 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 123,643 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 116,169 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 107,923 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 101,510 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 96,000 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 87,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 May 2014 87,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 83,895 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 80,254 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 76,203 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 71,790 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 67,548 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 62,323 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 56,167 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 49,636 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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T852 DLM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 T852 DLM, 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 T852 DLM registered?

T852 DLM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 1999.

Is T852 DLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T852 DLM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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