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X752 BFH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,083 mi
Last recorded100,083 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX752 BFH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 100,083 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front steering tie rod has slight play

Fail 25 Mar 2025 100,083 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front steering tie rod has slight play

Pass 19 Feb 2024 99,067 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 98,368 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 97,456 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 96,827 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 96,827 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 94,036 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 93,214 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 93,214 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2018 146,933 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 144,439 miles

Nearside Rear tyre damaged to side walls

Fail 11 Mar 2017 144,439 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre damaged to side walls

Pass 27 Feb 2016 140,448 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 131,522 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 123,394 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2013 115,400 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2012 107,095 miles

off side rear tyre wearing on the inside edge

Pass 12 Mar 2011 98,761 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 89,889 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 81,537 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 73,702 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 65,417 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 35,677 miles

Near side front tyre has slight damage to outer wall.

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

oil leak from rear differential.

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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X752 BFH 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 X752 BFH, 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 X752 BFH registered?

X752 BFH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 February 2001.

Is X752 BFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X752 BFH 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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