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V57 FFJ

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

218,972 mi
Last recorded218,972 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV57 FFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 218,972 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 208,113 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

front bumper req; refitting.

n/s/f.indicator lens req.

rear wiper arm / blade req;

vehicle req; service. and pump up tyres.

Pass 23 Sep 2014 208,113 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

front bumper req; refitting.

n/s/f.indicator lens req.

rear wiper arm / blade req;

vehicle req; service. and pump up tyres.

Pass 4 Apr 2013 194,955 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 182,563 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 167,063 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion on o/s/r inner sill

lip on front inner brake discs

oil leak from gearbox area

small stonechips in windscreen

Pass 15 Mar 2010 148,650 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 148,650 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 137,759 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 137,759 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 120,699 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 93,275 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 78,308 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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V57 FFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V57 FFJ, 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 V57 FFJ registered?

V57 FFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 October 1999.

Is V57 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V57 FFJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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