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Y419 PWJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

149,520 mi
Last recorded149,520 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY419 PWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 149,520 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 149,518 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play inner rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 139,549 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 139,463 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low not adjusting (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 128,961 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 120,480 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 112,154 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2012 112,154 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 101,294 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2010 92,109 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 84,170 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 76,182 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 76,182 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 May 2007 68,337 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 68,335 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 59,002 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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Y419 PWJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 Y419 PWJ, 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.

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What year was Y419 PWJ registered?

Y419 PWJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y419 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y419 PWJ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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