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V413 FDS

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

113,633 mi
Last recorded113,633 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV413 FDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 113,633 miles

covers underneath not allowing full inspection

front radiator support rusty

Pass 4 Mar 2025 112,688 miles

covers underneath not allowing full inspection

Pass 1 Mar 2024 111,581 miles

covers underneath not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Mar 2023 110,480 miles

covers underneath not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Mar 2022 109,701 miles

covers underneath not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Mar 2021 108,777 miles

covers underneath not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Mar 2020 107,817 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 106,067 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 106,067 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 104,444 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 102,276 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 99,790 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 97,346 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 95,738 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 95,738 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 92,025 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 88,384 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 84,061 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 80,845 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 77,477 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 77,477 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 74,202 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2008 74,202 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 71,173 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 65,059 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 65,059 miles

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

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

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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V413 FDS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 V413 FDS, 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 V413 FDS?

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What year was V413 FDS registered?

V413 FDS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V413 FDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V413 FDS shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V413 FDS have outstanding finance?

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