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X119 GMV

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

133,985 mi
Last recorded133,985 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX119 GMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 133,985 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 130,899 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2023 130,899 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 128,273 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 127,143 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded under ABS pump (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear Brake pipe corroded over rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel lines corroded

Petrol filler neck breather pipe heavily perished

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Surface rust on under neath of car and components

Pass 22 Jan 2020 122,638 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 120,730 miles

Rear exhaust silencer noisey

Front to rear fuel line corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2018 116,854 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 112,275 miles

o/s/r outer sidelight not working

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 27 Jan 2016 110,147 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 106,090 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 106,090 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 100,331 miles

All directional indicators slightly discoloured

nearside rear outer sidelight not working

Pass 8 Feb 2013 96,101 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 90,740 miles

slight play in steering components.

Pass 11 Feb 2011 86,326 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 81,468 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 69,077 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 69,077 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 67,211 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 67,211 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 61,954 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 57,592 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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X119 GMV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 X119 GMV, 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 X119 GMV?

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What year was X119 GMV registered?

X119 GMV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is X119 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X119 GMV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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