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V157 GSH

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

72,111 mi
Last recorded72,111 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV157 GSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 72,111 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre on 3mm

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 72,111 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre on 3mm

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 65,393 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 60,659 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 59,317 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 59,317 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 58,261 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 58,261 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 56,714 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 54,764 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 52,624 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 51,247 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 48,465 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 47,931 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 45,463 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 44,061 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 42,383 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 39,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 35,546 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 33,457 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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V157 GSH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V157 GSH, 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 V157 GSH?

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What year was V157 GSH registered?

V157 GSH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V157 GSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V157 GSH shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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