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X133 VPB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,325 mi
Last recorded105,325 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX133 VPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2011 105,325 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 105,325 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 101,680 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 97,652 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 93,739 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 90,135 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 84,832 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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X133 VPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 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 X133 VPB, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X133 VPB?

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What year was X133 VPB registered?

X133 VPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X133 VPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X133 VPB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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