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Y298 NJB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

85,426 mi
Last recorded85,426 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY298 NJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 85,426 miles

both indicator side repeater lenses cracked

windscreen chipped

Pass 19 Mar 2025 81,649 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both indicator side repeater lenses cracked

windscreen chipped

Pass 21 Mar 2024 81,571 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

chips in windscreen

engine cover and belly pans fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2022 81,459 miles

Nearside Front side repeter lamp damaged

Pass 16 Sep 2021 81,283 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside indicator side repeater lens cracked

Pass 22 Jul 2020 80,961 miles

nearside indicator side repeater lens cracked

windscreen chipped

Pass 9 Apr 2019 80,077 miles

nearside indicator side repeater lens cracked

windscreen chipped

Pass 4 Apr 2018 78,602 miles

windscreen chipped

Pass 4 Apr 2017 77,348 miles

windscreen chipped

Pass 7 Apr 2016 75,667 miles

windscreen chipped

Pass 27 Mar 2015 74,321 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 19 Mar 2014 72,528 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 18 Mar 2013 70,435 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 22 Mar 2012 68,444 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 28 Mar 2011 65,413 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 4 Mar 2010 62,765 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 59,683 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 57,113 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 54,686 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 54,685 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 51,735 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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Y298 NJB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y298 NJB, 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 Y298 NJB registered?

Y298 NJB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y298 NJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y298 NJB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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