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Y268 CLC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,692 mi
Last recorded74,692 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 CLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 74,692 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2011 55,719 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 May 2011 55,719 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 41,746 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 36,089 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 31,107 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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Y268 CLC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y268 CLC, 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 Y268 CLC?

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What year was Y268 CLC registered?

Y268 CLC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 April 2001.

Is Y268 CLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y268 CLC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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