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Y326 AKE

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,919 mi
Last recorded104,919 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY326 AKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 104,919 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 104,919 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 103,463 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 98,807 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 92,264 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 84,535 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 79,307 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 73,091 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 71,437 miles

unable to check n/s/r seat belt child seat fitted

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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Y326 AKE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y326 AKE, 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 Y326 AKE registered?

Y326 AKE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y326 AKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y326 AKE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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