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X991 MBD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,098 mi
Last recorded109,098 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX991 MBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2013 109,098 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight cracking to inside sidewall of both rear tyres

Fail 19 Jan 2012 102,616 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

exhaust mid section brackets broken-exhaust still supported!

Pass 19 Jan 2012 102,616 miles

exhaust mid section brackets broken-exhaust still supported!

Pass 27 Jan 2011 95,180 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 90,697 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 90,697 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

front and rear brake discs lipped and worn!

Pass 28 Jul 2009 83,944 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 83,944 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 77,711 miles

adv slight corrosion to both rear brake discs

adv slight play in both front wheel bearings

adv water leak from offside front headlight washer jet

Pass 21 Jul 2007 71,281 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 65,093 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 52,031 miles

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

surface splitting to o/s/f tyre inner sidewall

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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X991 MBD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X991 MBD, 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 X991 MBD?

You can check the full history of X991 MBD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X991 MBD registered?

X991 MBD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X991 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X991 MBD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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