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V91 ABE

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

102,783 mi
Last recorded102,783 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV91 ABE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 102,783 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 82,751 miles

All Dash gauges not working at time of test

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all brake discs corroded

front tyres starting to wear edges

n/s handbrake effort slightly low

o/s/f wheel arch corroded

slight play in steering joints

Fail 11 Apr 2011 82,751 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all brake discs corroded

front brake discs and pads slightly worn

front tyres starting to wear edges

headlamp patterns poor

n/s handbrake effort slightly low

o/s/f wheel arch corroded

slight play in steering joints

washer pump missing and wiring cut?

Pass 27 Jan 2010 79,168 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 76,875 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 76,875 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 72,620 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 68,359 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 62,343 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 62,343 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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V91 ABE 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 70%.

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 V91 ABE, 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 V91 ABE registered?

V91 ABE is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is V91 ABE safe to buy?

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