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X186 JTF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,446 mi
Last recorded146,446 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX186 JTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2017 146,446 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Oct 2016 139,275 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 131,327 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 130,818 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 127,308 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 124,240 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 118,791 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 107,949 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 92,449 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 83,444 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 74,311 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 65,312 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 62,682 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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X186 JTF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 X186 JTF, 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

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What year was X186 JTF registered?

X186 JTF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 January 2001.

Is X186 JTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X186 JTF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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