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V71 ABE

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,381 mi
Last recorded105,381 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV71 ABE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 105,381 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 99,806 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 93,628 miles

all wheel arches are corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2014 88,408 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 83,832 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 83,832 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 77,550 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 71,361 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 64,773 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 58,796 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 52,618 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 43,876 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 37,572 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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V71 ABE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 V71 ABE, 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 V71 ABE?

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What year was V71 ABE registered?

V71 ABE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V71 ABE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V71 ABE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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