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V824 FGK

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

198,292 mi
Last recorded198,292 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV824 FGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2010 198,292 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

fron t b umper loose at n/s

slight wear in front anti rollbar outer bushes

Fail 22 Sep 2010 198,232 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

fron t b umper loose at n/s

slight wear in front anti rollbar outer bushes

Pass 14 Sep 2009 179,697 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 179,697 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 154,826 miles

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

parking brake should be de-adjusted slightly

Pass 8 Oct 2007 115,241 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

N/S/R TYRE TREAD LOW

Fail 28 Sep 2007 114,903 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

N/S/R TYRE TREAD LOW

Pass 2 Oct 2006 88,238 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 88,238 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2005 87,960 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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V824 FGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 V824 FGK, 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 V824 FGK registered?

V824 FGK is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 1999.

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