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Y474 AEO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

149,531 mi
Last recorded149,531 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY474 AEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 149,531 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 146,776 miles

full underside trays fitted

Fail 28 Jul 2017 146,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

full underside trays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2016 142,062 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2016 142,062 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm. (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear 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 21 Jul 2015 133,773 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 127,965 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 127,944 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 127,488 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 110,410 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 110,399 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 95,063 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drivers door mirror in poor condition

Pass 17 Apr 2007 78,889 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 65,578 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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Y474 AEO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y474 AEO, 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 Y474 AEO registered?

Y474 AEO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y474 AEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y474 AEO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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