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Y417 GKR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,502 mi
Last recorded112,502 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 GKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 112,502 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 111,711 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 111,711 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 110,023 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2014 107,790 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 107,790 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013
Pass 19 Oct 2012 103,041 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 97,878 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 97,878 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 87,853 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 78,957 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front upper arm ball joint rubber split

offside front upper arm ball joint rubber split

small cut in nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 16 Jun 2009 77,799 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 77,799 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 73,984 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 70,314 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 54,265 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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Y417 GKR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y417 GKR, 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

How do I check the history of Y417 GKR?

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What year was Y417 GKR registered?

Y417 GKR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y417 GKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y417 GKR shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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