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X241 RVV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

97,791 mi
Last recorded97,791 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX241 RVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 97,791 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 97,791 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 89,694 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 89,687 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 84,033 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 81,152 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 78,074 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 74,918 miles

undertray's fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2018 70,756 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2017 67,036 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 67,036 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 64,145 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 61,926 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 59,560 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 56,808 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 56,753 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 52,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 52,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 50,637 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 45,353 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 40,689 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 36,011 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 35,996 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 30,058 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 26,753 miles

front inner pads getting low

front number plate holder damaged

oil leak from rear diff

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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X241 RVV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 X241 RVV, 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 X241 RVV registered?

X241 RVV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X241 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X241 RVV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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