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V516 FGK

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,919 mi
Last recorded118,919 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV516 FGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2010 118,919 miles

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

Rear bumper insecure

front number plate slightly cracked

rear diff slightly leaking

Pass 17 Sep 2009 111,391 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 100,897 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 90,837 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 80,635 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 68,296 miles

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge.

nearside rear tyre wearing close to 1.6 mm limit.

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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V516 FGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V516 FGK, 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 V516 FGK?

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What year was V516 FGK registered?

V516 FGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V516 FGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V516 FGK shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V516 FGK have outstanding finance?

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