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Y232 XGK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

96,552 mi
Last recorded96,552 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY232 XGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 96,552 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 95,182 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 93,125 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 93,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2020 92,529 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 89,422 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Apr 2018 87,344 miles

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Front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Apr 2017 85,444 miles

Advise tracking

Exhaust bracket insecure

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Mar 2016 83,182 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 80,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 76,203 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 73,115 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

rear of exhaust deteriorated

Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,197 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 61,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre is damaged on outer sidewall

Fail 10 Mar 2011 61,869 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre is damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 15 Mar 2010 56,355 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 51,508 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 46,403 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 40,389 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 35,440 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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Y232 XGK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y232 XGK, 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 Y232 XGK registered?

Y232 XGK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y232 XGK safe to buy?

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