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X804 SPU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,018 mi
Last recorded99,018 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX804 SPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 99,018 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 98,761 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 98,761 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 97,996 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2019 97,996 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 96,856 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 96,856 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 94,953 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 93,264 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2016 93,264 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 90,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly lipped

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2014 87,725 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 84,078 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Mar 2013 84,078 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2012 80,380 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jan 2012 80,307 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2011 76,374 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 71,701 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 67,120 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 99,518 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 58,117 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 58,117 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 51,993 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2006 51,993 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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X804 SPU 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X804 SPU, 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 X804 SPU registered?

X804 SPU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 2001.

Is X804 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X804 SPU shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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