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V834 FBD

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

192,041 mi
Last recorded192,041 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV834 FBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 192,041 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

drive belt pulley noisey under load

Pass 1 Oct 2013 179,945 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 171,160 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 160,308 miles

Advise:n/s/f tyre scrubbing outer edge

Advise:slight play in n/s & o/s steering linkages

Advise:slight play in n/s/f & o/s/f wheel bearings

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 151,126 miles

Rear tyres at 2mm in centre of tread

Fail 15 Sep 2010 151,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Both front indicators showing white

Both side repeaters showing white

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear indicator showing white

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear tyres at 2mm in centre of tread

Pass 21 Sep 2009 140,314 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 139,443 miles

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

Offside Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight play in nearside of steering.

Pass 17 Nov 2008 128,827 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 116,252 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 104,072 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Oct 2005 90,250 miles

Child seat fitted in n/s/r - unable to check seatbelt fully , Extended engine cover fitted .

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

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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V834 FBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V834 FBD, 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 V834 FBD registered?

V834 FBD is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V834 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V834 FBD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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