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X238 ACC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

94,083 mi
Last recorded94,083 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX238 ACC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 94,083 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 92,241 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 89,938 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 89,938 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 87,107 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 83,967 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 80,951 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 80,951 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 77,570 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 77,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 72,594 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 68,033 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 60,714 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 52,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 45,406 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 40,665 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 33,960 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 28,849 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 22,632 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 19,730 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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X238 ACC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 X238 ACC, 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 X238 ACC?

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What year was X238 ACC registered?

X238 ACC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X238 ACC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X238 ACC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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