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Y281 XKJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,628 mi
Last recorded121,628 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 XKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 121,628 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 121,628 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 119,044 miles

n/s and o/s wiper blades slight detoriated

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall has slight detoriated

n/s/r brake grabbing slightly

o/s/r brake grabbing slightly

Pass 21 Aug 2013 118,007 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 25 Aug 2012 116,610 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 25 Aug 2012 116,606 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 116,388 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 115,633 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 113,880 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 113,877 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 May 2008 112,429 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 111,200 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 109,345 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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Y281 XKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y281 XKJ, 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 Y281 XKJ registered?

Y281 XKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y281 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y281 XKJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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