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Y485 OLF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,455 mi
Last recorded108,455 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY485 OLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 108,455 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 108,285 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 108,285 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 108,005 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 108,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 107,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 107,016 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated control arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated control arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 106,651 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 106,651 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 108,454 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 108,454 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 106,240 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 106,240 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 105,479 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 104,715 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 101,751 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 98,465 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 98,465 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 94,816 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 91,276 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 87,160 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 82,839 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 79,263 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 76,303 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 73,344 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 67,655 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 63,256 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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Y485 OLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 Y485 OLF, 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 Y485 OLF registered?

Y485 OLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y485 OLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y485 OLF shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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