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X539 EMO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,582 mi
Last recorded84,582 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX539 EMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 84,582 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 79,311 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 73,610 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 69,573 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 68,708 miles

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

offside rack worn

Fail 1 Feb 2012 65,205 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

front pads and discs worn

knock and play offside rack

nearside rear tyre limit outer edge

offside rear tyre 2mm

wipers poor

Pass 1 Feb 2012 65,205 miles

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

front pads and discs worn

knock and play offside rack

nearside rear tyre limit outer edge

offside rear tyre 2mm

wipers poor

Pass 1 Feb 2011 60,726 miles

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

front suspension bushes perished

nearside rear tyre 2mm outer edge

rear brakes worn

rear indicator bulbs pale

slight play offside rack

Pass 2 Feb 2010 56,361 miles

rear indicator bulbs pale

Pass 2 Feb 2009 51,827 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 46,920 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 44,210 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 36,279 miles

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

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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X539 EMO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 X539 EMO, 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 X539 EMO registered?

X539 EMO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X539 EMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X539 EMO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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