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Y109 SBN

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,580 mi
Last recorded98,580 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY109 SBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 98,580 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 91,290 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 88,757 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 86,669 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 86,669 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 79,363 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 763,667 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 66,619 miles

offside front view mirror is slightly faded but not affecting rear view

Pass 1 Nov 2006 56,666 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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Y109 SBN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y109 SBN, 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 Y109 SBN?

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What year was Y109 SBN registered?

Y109 SBN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y109 SBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y109 SBN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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