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V456 FBC

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

163,945 mi
Last recorded163,945 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV456 FBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 163,945 miles

front suspension corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2014 163,466 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 163,641 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 158,796 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 152,429 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 142,037 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 134,423 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 124,138 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 117,365 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 104,781 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 92,638 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 83,040 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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V456 FBC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V456 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 V456 FBC registered?

V456 FBC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V456 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V456 FBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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