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V136 FPF

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

128,777 mi
Last recorded128,777 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV136 FPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 128,777 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 128,777 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 124,076 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 124,076 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 116,872 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 108,847 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 100,204 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2010 96,891 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 94,166 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007
Pass 24 Nov 2006 86,670 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 83,721 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 83,721 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

damage to n/s/f wing panel

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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V136 FPF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V136 FPF, 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 V136 FPF registered?

V136 FPF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V136 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V136 FPF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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