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X445 OBH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,408 mi
Last recorded108,408 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX445 OBH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 108,408 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 104,112 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 104,099 miles

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

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (1.1.A.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 100,515 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 100,515 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

EML on

Pass 26 Jun 2014 95,907 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust bracket corroded

near side front head light aim slightly low

Pass 24 Jun 2013 91,781 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 87,987 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 84,231 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 79,836 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 77,049 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 74,737 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 74,737 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2007 67,840 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 66,691 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 59,399 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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X445 OBH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X445 OBH, 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 X445 OBH registered?

X445 OBH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X445 OBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X445 OBH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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