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VYM 762S

1971 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

74,344 mi
Last recorded74,344 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz C98,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYM 762S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2006 74,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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VYM 762S is a 1971 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 98,086 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 VYM 762S, 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 55 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 VYM 762S registered?

VYM 762S is a 1971 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is VYM 762S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYM 762S shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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