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V317 DLM

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,964 mi
Last recorded139,964 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV317 DLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 139,964 miles

body condition poor

n/s/f flasher lamp in poor condition

Fail 5 Jul 2021 139,256 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing/wheel arch split (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 131,088 miles

Both front mudguard slightly corroded

Nearside front and rear door slghtly corroded

Offside front and rear door slightly corroded

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 23 Aug 2019 128,779 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Mudguard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Mudguard (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 125,964 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 125,957 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2014 125,869 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2012 124,183 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 124,183 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 113,832 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 106,151 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 98,806 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 82,680 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2007 72,787 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 63,312 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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V317 DLM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V317 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 V317 DLM registered?

V317 DLM is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 1999.

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