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X495 XDY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,807 mi
Last recorded92,807 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX495 XDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 92,807 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play STRONG ADVISE (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + bald on inner edge. 195/65r15v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

various corrosion to bodywork and underside of vehicle

Fail 29 Jul 2026 92,807 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction tech reset to pass (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play STRONG ADVISE (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + bald on inner edge. 195/65r15v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

various corrosion to bodywork and underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Jul 2025 84,972 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2024 78,619 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 78,275 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Mar 2023 78,127 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 76,578 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 74,284 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 72,237 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 69,542 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 66,923 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 62,201 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 62,201 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 58,669 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 54,944 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 51,365 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 46,448 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 42,707 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,510 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 36,913 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 34,607 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 32,898 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 30,690 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 28,556 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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X495 XDY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X495 XDY, 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.

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What year was X495 XDY registered?

X495 XDY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X495 XDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X495 XDY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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