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Y269 AKM

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,662 mi
Last recorded104,662 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY269 AKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 104,662 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both side rear tyres slightly worn on the inner side wall

Pass 17 Jul 2017 96,297 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 84,874 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 76,693 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 76,693 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 72,756 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 69,456 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 66,267 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 63,262 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 63,262 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 60,085 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

Pass 29 Jun 2009 56,549 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 53,563 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 49,534 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 45,332 miles

Nearside Front 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.

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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Y269 AKM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel 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 Y269 AKM, 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 Y269 AKM registered?

Y269 AKM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2001.

Is Y269 AKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y269 AKM 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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