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V369 FLN

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

188,189 mi
Last recorded188,189 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV369 FLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2018 188,189 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 154,426 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 149,281 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 143,863 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 139,042 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 138,172 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 136,640 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 128,778 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 123,512 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 123,445 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 109,181 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 96,692 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 96,505 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 83,922 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 72,999 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 72,928 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 59,688 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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V369 FLN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 V369 FLN, 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 V369 FLN?

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What year was V369 FLN registered?

V369 FLN is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V369 FLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V369 FLN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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