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X422 VHH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,520 mi
Last recorded152,520 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX422 VHH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 152,520 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 140,911 miles

Offside rear lamp has slight damage to lense

Pass 28 Jan 2010 128,514 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 114,362 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 114,237 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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 26 Jan 2008 101,910 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 101,798 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 92,985 miles

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

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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X422 VHH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X422 VHH, 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 X422 VHH?

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What year was X422 VHH registered?

X422 VHH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X422 VHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X422 VHH shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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