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Y253 AGO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,456 mi
Last recorded33,456 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY253 AGO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,456 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 30,087 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 30,087 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 28,094 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 26,378 miles

check engine lamp on

Pass 30 Jul 2015 23,772 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 19,391 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 17,338 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 14,037 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 14,015 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 14,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,004 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 13,069 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 11,140 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 9,229 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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Y253 AGO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y253 AGO, 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 Y253 AGO registered?

Y253 AGO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2001.

Is Y253 AGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y253 AGO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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