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Y359 VAK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,011 mi
Last recorded111,011 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY359 VAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2011 111,011 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 111,011 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 98,021 miles

srs warning lamp staying on

Pass 25 Sep 2008 89,235 miles

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

srs light on

Pass 19 Jun 2007 75,265 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 67,151 miles

Front registration plate damaged

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 67,151 miles

Front registration plate damaged

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

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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Y359 VAK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y359 VAK, 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 Y359 VAK registered?

Y359 VAK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y359 VAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y359 VAK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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