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V419 YFC

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,799 mi
Last recorded160,799 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV419 YFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2012 160,799 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 149,687 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 142,144 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 134,974 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 127,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 9 Mar 2007 124,723 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 124,723 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 120,852 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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V419 YFC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 V419 YFC, 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 V419 YFC?

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What year was V419 YFC registered?

V419 YFC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 1999.

Is V419 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V419 YFC shows 8 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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