CarVerify

Free Car Check

V714 JKV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2151cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

294,232 mi
Last recorded294,232 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV714 JKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 294,232 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 280,100 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 279,742 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2009 266,879 miles

DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEAK

GEAR BOX LEAK

Pass 21 Nov 2008 251,076 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 235,167 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 221,263 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 20 Dec 2005 192,463 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 192,253 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2005 192,209 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V714 JKV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V714 JKV, 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 V714 JKV?

You can check the full history of V714 JKV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V714 JKV registered?

V714 JKV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 1999.

Is V714 JKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V714 JKV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V714 JKV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V714 JKV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.