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X631 YLJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,472 mi
Last recorded38,472 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX631 YLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 38,472 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 37,668 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 37,665 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jan 2024 36,742 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 36,364 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 35,071 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 33,604 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 32,091 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 32,091 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 30,362 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 28,102 miles

small engine oil leak source unknown

Pass 6 Feb 2017 25,993 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 23,163 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 21,314 miles

Engine warning light on

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 19,418 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 19,418 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 18,801 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 18,147 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 17,408 miles

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)

Fail 1 Feb 2011 17,408 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 16,616 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 15,738 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 14,923 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 14,088 miles

Both rear tyres on 2mm,3mm.

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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X631 YLJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X631 YLJ, 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 X631 YLJ registered?

X631 YLJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X631 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X631 YLJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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