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Y171 SMO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,979 mi
Last recorded103,979 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY171 SMO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2013 103,979 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 101,035 miles

front brake discs worn

front brake pads below half worn

front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear tyre low on tread and had been run flat on inner edge/sidewall

Pass 9 Sep 2011 97,282 miles

front brake discs worn

rear tyres getting low

Pass 29 Sep 2010 93,149 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 86,666 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 80,586 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 74,504 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 61,138 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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Y171 SMO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y171 SMO, 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 Y171 SMO?

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What year was Y171 SMO registered?

Y171 SMO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y171 SMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y171 SMO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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