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V56 FNS

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,598 mi
Last recorded63,598 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV56 FNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2014 63,598 miles

body arches have corrosion

most of components have corrosion

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 62,768 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2012 61,779 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2011 60,149 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 57,338 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 54,672 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 51,810 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 48,962 miles

advise replace front indicator bulbs

advise replace o/s/r tyre

Pass 25 Aug 2006 44,985 miles

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

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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V56 FNS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 V56 FNS, 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 V56 FNS registered?

V56 FNS is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V56 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V56 FNS shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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