MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
103,419 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear to hoses (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear to hoses (3.6.B.2c)
Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
n/s/f tyre tread low outer edge and outer sidewall damaged
o/s/f tyre tread low inner edge
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
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Y178 XGJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 Y178 XGJ, 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.
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What year was Y178 XGJ registered?
Y178 XGJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 2001.
Is Y178 XGJ safe to buy?
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