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V425 SOB

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

187,047 mi
Last recorded187,047 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV425 SOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 187,047 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 187,047 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2016

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Jan 2016

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 175,145 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 167,176 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 156,700 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 15 Jan 2013 156,700 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 150,555 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 137,511 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 131,315 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 123,659 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 115,378 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 107,731 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 98,211 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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V425 SOB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 V425 SOB, 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 V425 SOB registered?

V425 SOB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V425 SOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V425 SOB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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