MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
144,893 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
offside front wiper smearing
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
both rear tyres worn on inner edges
Both ftont tyres worn on inner edges
chip in windscreen not in swept area
drivers window not working
Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
slight play in o/s of steering rack
Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
slight play in o/s of steering rack
nearside front tyre heavily kerbed on outer sidewall
rear tyres getting low on tread (3mm)
Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
nearside front tyre heavily kerbed on outer sidewall
rear tyres getting low on tread (3mm)
Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
n/s/front tyre has some damage to sidewall
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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Y521 STR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 Y521 STR, 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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How do I check the history of Y521 STR?
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What year was Y521 STR registered?
Y521 STR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 March 2001.
Is Y521 STR safe to buy?
The MOT history for Y521 STR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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