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X974 YNU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,273 mi
Last recorded127,273 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX974 YNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 127,273 miles

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

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

Slight play in n/s inner steering tie rod

Fail 4 Jun 2015 127,273 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Slight play in n/s inner steering tie rod

Pass 2 Jun 2014 120,931 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2013 116,598 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 111,024 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 105,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake light stays on

Fail 13 May 2011 105,383 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake light stays on

Pass 28 May 2010 90,325 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 66,677 miles

both rear tyres worn close to wear bars

Pass 4 Apr 2008 58,751 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 50,472 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 42,897 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 42,896 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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X974 YNU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 X974 YNU, 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

How do I check the history of X974 YNU?

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What year was X974 YNU registered?

X974 YNU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X974 YNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X974 YNU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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