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V653 GNA

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

48,529 mi
Last recorded48,529 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV653 GNA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 48,529 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 40,925 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 40,810 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 40,287 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 39,638 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 38,704 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 38,275 miles

all brake lines are covered in grease.

components underneath have corroded.

Pass 14 Nov 2018 37,831 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 37,552 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 37,550 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Nov 2017 37,550 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both side's (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Nov 2016 37,393 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 36,967 miles

Both front & n/s/r tyres have age cracks in the sidewalls

Pass 17 Oct 2014 36,740 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 35,872 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 35,380 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 34,557 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,793 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 30,644 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 26,985 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 23,217 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 19,616 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 16,481 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer

rear tyres slight cracks

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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V653 GNA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 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 V653 GNA, 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 V653 GNA registered?

V653 GNA is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 1999.

Is V653 GNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V653 GNA shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V653 GNA have outstanding finance?

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