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X139 FGX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,304 mi
Last recorded157,304 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX139 FGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 157,304 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 149,985 miles

o/s and n/s bottom ball joints slight lift

Pass 7 Dec 2012 139,692 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 131,927 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 120,650 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 110,156 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 100,026 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2007 87,520 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 74,425 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 74,424 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2005 61,293 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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X139 FGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X139 FGX, 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 X139 FGX?

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What year was X139 FGX registered?

X139 FGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X139 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X139 FGX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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