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X959 XAP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,144 mi
Last recorded63,144 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX959 XAP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2021 63,144 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 59,582 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 59,581 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 56,470 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 51,475 miles

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

Nearside Front fog lamp insecure

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

Nearside slight corrosion doors and seal

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 46,402 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 41,425 miles

near side rear drive shaft oil seal leaking oil

Pass 31 Jan 2015 38,022 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 33,457 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 32,082 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 32,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 30,369 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 28,763 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 26,586 miles

nearside front tyre tread depth low

offside front tyre tread depth low

Pass 17 Feb 2009 24,853 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 22,070 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 18,996 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 16,152 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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X959 XAP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red 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 X959 XAP, 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 X959 XAP registered?

X959 XAP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X959 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for X959 XAP 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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