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X221 TUD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,207 mi
Last recorded136,207 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX221 TUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 136,207 miles

rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2017 134,685 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To Front X2 (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Slight body corrosion

Underbody surface corrosion

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 133,495 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 130,863 miles

Both front to rear brake pipes corroded

Exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2014 123,392 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 123,392 miles

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 111,526 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 99,168 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 99,168 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 88,177 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 88,167 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 69,207 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 55,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 55,261 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 42,605 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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X221 TUD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 X221 TUD, 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 X221 TUD registered?

X221 TUD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X221 TUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X221 TUD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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