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V428 FBC

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

90,927 mi
Last recorded90,927 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV428 FBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 90,927 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 86,841 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 83,599 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 79,371 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 77,318 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outside edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn outside edge

Pass 25 Nov 2019 73,806 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 65,902 miles

Both front and side indicators faded

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 54,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre tread worn outside edge

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 43,914 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 35,059 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 34,998 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 34,797 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 33,748 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 33,748 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 30,935 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 29,249 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008
Pass 21 Aug 2007 25,142 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 22,801 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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V428 FBC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V428 FBC, 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 V428 FBC registered?

V428 FBC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V428 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V428 FBC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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