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X218 UPJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

110,742 mi
Last recorded110,742 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX218 UPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 110,742 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 110,733 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2021 104,656 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 98,279 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 91,471 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 85,738 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 80,643 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 74,465 miles

Nearside side indicator lamp missing but still working and showing amber

both front wheel bearings have very slight play but no excessive roughness or sound

front wiper blade slightly worn / not fully clearing screen

slight play felt in steering rack

Fail 10 Nov 2015 74,410 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

side skirts fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2015 74,281 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front bumper insecure

Pass 14 Nov 2014 68,254 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 68,254 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

uneven wear to n/s/f tyre

Fail 18 Nov 2013 61,986 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side skirts fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2013 61,986 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side skirts fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2012 56,190 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 46,664 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 41,497 miles

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)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 37,305 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 37,305 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 33,256 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 32,262 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 25,806 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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X218 UPJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X218 UPJ, 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 X218 UPJ registered?

X218 UPJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is X218 UPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X218 UPJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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