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V70 AJW

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

110,227 mi
Last recorded110,227 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV70 AJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 110,227 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 106,125 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 102,851 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2019 98,366 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 92,101 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 87,469 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 80,837 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 77,347 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 73,423 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 68,604 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 63,082 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 56,940 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 51,549 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 51,549 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 45,949 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 39,274 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 36,869 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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V70 AJW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 V70 AJW, 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 V70 AJW registered?

V70 AJW is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V70 AJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V70 AJW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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