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V730 FPF

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,058 mi
Last recorded116,058 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV730 FPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2014 116,058 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 116,058 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 104,622 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 100,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 100,281 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 96,884 miles

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

service light on

slight oil leak from gearbox gasket

Fail 15 Dec 2010 96,881 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

service light on

slight oil leak from gearbox gasket

Pass 6 Jan 2010 91,478 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 91,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 83,235 miles

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

steering idler slight play nearside front

Pass 13 Dec 2007 80,735 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 72,177 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2005 63,947 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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V730 FPF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V730 FPF, 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 V730 FPF?

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What year was V730 FPF registered?

V730 FPF is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V730 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V730 FPF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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