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X761 GLK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,165 mi
Last recorded114,165 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX761 GLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 114,165 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

drivers door mirror glass deteriorating

minor exhaust leak to centre silencer

nearside repeater lamp lens broken

parking brake efficiency at minimum limits

rear suspension components corroded

under covers fitted preventing access to components

Fail 19 Jan 2016 114,165 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

drivers door mirror glass deteriorating

minor exhaust leak to centre silencer

nearside repeater lamp lens broken

parking brake efficiency at minimum limits

rear suspension components corroded

under covers fitted preventing access to components

Pass 16 Jan 2015

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 99,940 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play in both inner rack joints

Pass 20 May 2013 89,781 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2012 85,950 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 79,374 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 71,927 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 71,927 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 66,357 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 60,087 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 60,087 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 52,264 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 42,532 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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X761 GLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X761 GLK, 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 X761 GLK registered?

X761 GLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X761 GLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X761 GLK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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