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X839 BLF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

71,323 mi
Last recorded71,323 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX839 BLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2011 71,323 miles

Both front suspension link ball joint cover split

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

nearside mirror insecure

Fail 3 Dec 2011 71,323 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Both front suspension link ball joint cover split

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

nearside mirror insecure

Fail 10 Dec 2010 67,446 miles

Both front suspension link ball joint covers deterriorated

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

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

nearside front tyre slight tear

Pass 10 Dec 2010 67,446 miles

Both front suspension link ball joint covers deterriorated

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

nearside front tyre slight tear

Pass 28 Nov 2009 63,382 miles

Both front suspension link ball joint covers split

Pass 17 Dec 2008 60,022 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 60,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 55,582 miles

rear diff damp

slight play in the offside front wheel

Fail 8 Dec 2007 55,532 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear diff damp

slight play in the offside front wheel

Pass 15 Dec 2006 50,609 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 47,322 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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X839 BLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 X839 BLF, 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 X839 BLF registered?

X839 BLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 January 2001.

Is X839 BLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X839 BLF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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