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V83 FHH

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,904 mi
Last recorded142,904 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV83 FHH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 142,904 miles

Nearside 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)

injector has slight blow

Fail 29 Aug 2012 141,438 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside rear outer side light does not work.

Pass 9 Sep 2011 132,529 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 113,232 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 113,232 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 101,153 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 94,350 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 94,350 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 87,161 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 87,155 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 81,120 miles

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

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

rear number plate lightly faded

unable to fully inspect rear coil springs

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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V83 FHH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 V83 FHH, 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 V83 FHH?

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What year was V83 FHH registered?

V83 FHH is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V83 FHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V83 FHH shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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