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V724 GRB

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,288 mi
Last recorded93,288 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV724 GRB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2017 93,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch of wing (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion wheel arch of wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 89,838 miles

General corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded front (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Feb 2016 89,838 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

General corrosion to chassis and suspension components

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded front (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 86,337 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 82,038 miles

rust on n/s/f/ wing but not structural

Pass 30 Oct 2012 78,599 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 75,129 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 71,687 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 71,687 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 67,778 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 65,925 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 62,270 miles

both front tyres and o/s rear tyre just on legal limits

Pass 19 Sep 2006 58,567 miles

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

rear number plate becoming deteriatod.

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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V724 GRB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V724 GRB, 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 V724 GRB?

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What year was V724 GRB registered?

V724 GRB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 1999.

Is V724 GRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V724 GRB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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