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X998 BCS

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

134,116 mi
Last recorded134,116 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX998 BCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 134,116 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 133,072 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 133,069 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2018 129,426 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 126,007 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 121,051 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 112,106 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 104,939 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 98,480 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 95,434 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 91,460 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 86,786 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 81,291 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 74,402 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 65,470 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 65,479 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 55,366 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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X998 BCS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X998 BCS, 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 X998 BCS registered?

X998 BCS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 February 2001.

Is X998 BCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X998 BCS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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