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T962 FGN

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,368 mi
Last recorded138,368 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT962 FGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2013 138,368 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 131,685 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 124,721 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre wering slightly on outer edge

Fail 8 Nov 2011 124,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre wering slightly on outer edge

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 116,796 miles

uneven tread wear on nearside front tyre

Fail 8 Nov 2010 116,796 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

uneven tread wear on nearside front tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2009 108,853 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 108,842 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 96,498 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 87,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 76,016 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 76,016 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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T962 FGN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 T962 FGN, 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 T962 FGN?

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What year was T962 FGN registered?

T962 FGN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 July 1999.

Is T962 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T962 FGN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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