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X491 CBC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

221,684 mi
Last recorded221,684 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX491 CBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2015 221,684 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 127,922 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 116,202 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 13 Mar 2013 116,202 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 102,861 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 88,009 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 83,824 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 79,077 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2008 73,820 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 67,984 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 60,824 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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X491 CBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 X491 CBC, 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 X491 CBC?

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What year was X491 CBC registered?

X491 CBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X491 CBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X491 CBC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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