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V809 HHU

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

127,089 mi
Last recorded127,089 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV809 HHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 127,089 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 124,311 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 123,395 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 122,047 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 121,086 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Aug 2016 118,586 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 117,001 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 Jul 2014 116,122 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 115,351 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 114,162 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 113,491 miles

Offside Front 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 19 Jul 2010 112,095 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 110,512 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 108,966 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 102,823 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 88,812 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 88,810 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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V809 HHU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,397cc 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 V809 HHU, 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 V809 HHU registered?

V809 HHU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 1999.

Is V809 HHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V809 HHU 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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