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X149 PTW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,627 mi
Last recorded153,627 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX149 PTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 153,627 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all wheel arches have slight corrosion.

Pass 2 Nov 2017 151,930 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured yellow bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2017 151,930 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured yellow bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 147,081 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured yellow bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)

engine light on

Fail 25 Oct 2016 147,081 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure braket broken (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured yellow bulb faded (1.4.A.2f)

engine light on

Pass 9 Nov 2015 141,826 miles

Items removed

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Nearside Slight play detected in the steering arm

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

Offside Rear Coil spring slightly off centered

Pass 6 Nov 2014 138,953 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 134,423 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 130,492 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 124,076 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 116,126 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 113,543 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 105,791 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 95,382 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2007 86,033 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 77,456 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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X149 PTW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X149 PTW, 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 X149 PTW?

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What year was X149 PTW registered?

X149 PTW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X149 PTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X149 PTW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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