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V21 SVP

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,753 mi
Last recorded143,753 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV21 SVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 143,753 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 93,167 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

rear diff front oil seal leaking

Pass 5 Mar 2024 89,181 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2023 87,343 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

rear differental damp

Pass 2 Mar 2022 84,275 miles

nearside washer jet weak but still providing water to screen

rear differential has light misting of oil

Pass 6 Mar 2021 80,196 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 78,104 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2020 78,104 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 73,417 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 63,316 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 52,333 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 50,633 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 48,669 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 47,643 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 47,643 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 46,168 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 44,406 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 42,565 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 40,803 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 40,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,738 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 37,028 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 34,635 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 31,805 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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V21 SVP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V21 SVP, 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 V21 SVP registered?

V21 SVP is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V21 SVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V21 SVP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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