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X748 SUD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,273 mi
Last recorded101,273 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX748 SUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 101,273 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 95,630 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 89,039 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2020 85,274 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 80,280 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2019 80,277 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both (5.2.3 (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both ,pershing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 78,478 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 77,325 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 74,831 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 71,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak from gearbox

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 17 Apr 2012 68,968 miles

both front tyres fitted are fitted so the marking reading inside are facing on the outside.

Pass 12 Apr 2011 66,418 miles

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

both front tyres fitted to the front axle have been fitted so that markings reading inside are fitted facing to the outside,(the tyres are not rotation marked).

front no plate cracked

Pass 12 Jan 2010 63,829 miles

full underbody shields fitted

offside headlamp aimed at low point

offside rear indicator discoloured

Pass 15 Jan 2009 61,170 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 58,155 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 53,972 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 44,729 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 44,729 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear brake pads low

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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X748 SUD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X748 SUD, 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 X748 SUD registered?

X748 SUD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 February 2001.

Is X748 SUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X748 SUD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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