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V689 ELB

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,639 mi
Last recorded157,639 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2006
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV689 ELB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2006 157,639 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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V689 ELB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 V689 ELB, 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 V689 ELB?

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What year was V689 ELB registered?

V689 ELB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V689 ELB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V689 ELB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V689 ELB have outstanding finance?

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