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X985 BLH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,220 mi
Last recorded134,220 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX985 BLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 134,220 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 132,107 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 132,104 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 129,277 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 127,051 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 123,581 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 119,667 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 115,772 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 111,682 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 108,250 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 104,334 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 100,754 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 96,186 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 92,438 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 88,776 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 85,719 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 85,715 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2008 81,496 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 78,045 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 78,034 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 73,404 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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X985 BLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 X985 BLH, 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 X985 BLH registered?

X985 BLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 January 2001.

Is X985 BLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X985 BLH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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