MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
60,974 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V542 HVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 V542 HVX, 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.
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How do I check the history of V542 HVX?
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What year was V542 HVX registered?
V542 HVX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 1999.
Is V542 HVX safe to buy?
The MOT history for V542 HVX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does V542 HVX have outstanding finance?
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