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Y106 SUB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Multi-colour Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,314 mi
Last recorded98,314 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY106 SUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 98,314 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 96,148 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 89,656 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 89,656 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 83,493 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 83,493 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 76,032 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 68,583 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 68,583 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 60,754 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 53,206 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 43,121 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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Y106 SUB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Multi-colour with a 2,799cc petrol 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 Y106 SUB, 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 Y106 SUB?

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What year was Y106 SUB registered?

Y106 SUB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is Y106 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y106 SUB 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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