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Y385 TTR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

170,471 mi
Last recorded170,471 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY385 TTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 170,471 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 150,781 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2018 140,566 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 137,276 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 132,709 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 132,709 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 122,966 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 112,882 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012

Odometer not displayed

Pass 29 Jun 2011 88,617 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 71,176 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 66,009 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 66,009 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

engine managment light on

srs light on

Pass 28 Jun 2008 61,460 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 55,529 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 47,791 miles

unable to test rear seat belt due to seat folded down

Pass 30 Jun 2005 37,333 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 37,333 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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Y385 TTR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y385 TTR, 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 Y385 TTR registered?

Y385 TTR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y385 TTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y385 TTR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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