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V937 GBJ

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,715 mi
Last recorded146,715 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV937 GBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2011 146,715 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside rear tyre has had repair to sidewall.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside front bumper slightly insecure.

Rear wheels and tyres different size to front.

Fail 27 Mar 2011 146,715 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside rear tyre has had repair to sidewall.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside front bumper slightly insecure.

Rear wheels and tyres different size to front.

Pass 10 Oct 2009 134,545 miles

all tyre treads low

Pass 29 Aug 2008 127,154 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 127,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 118,138 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 104,494 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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V937 GBJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V937 GBJ, 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.

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What year was V937 GBJ registered?

V937 GBJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V937 GBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V937 GBJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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