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V513 EGC

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

145,292 mi
Last recorded145,292 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV513 EGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2013 145,292 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

FUEL FILTER STAINED

Pass 12 Sep 2011 135,716 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 113,051 miles

play in both front steering arm inner fixings

Fail 27 Sep 2010 113,032 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

play in both front steering arm inner fixings

Pass 1 Oct 2009 80,645 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

slight play from front steering arms

Fail 30 Sep 2009 80,629 miles

Centre Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play from front steering arms

Pass 1 Apr 2009 75,750 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 75,547 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 64,522 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 57,699 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 45,668 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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V513 EGC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V513 EGC, 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 V513 EGC?

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What year was V513 EGC registered?

V513 EGC is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V513 EGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V513 EGC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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