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Y524 CCK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

98,031 mi
Last recorded98,031 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY524 CCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 98,031 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 94,737 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 94,737 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 90,992 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 19 Jun 2017 90,992 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber mounting resulting in excessive movement alloy type (ball joint faces downwards) (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/R15 91H (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2016 82,159 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2016 82,159 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber mounting resulting in excessive movement alloy arm type (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/R15 91H (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2015 77,437 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise offside front tyre for wear and condition

Pass 19 Jun 2014 73,823 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise nearside front tyre for wear

Fail 16 Jun 2014 73,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise nearside front tyre for wear

Pass 31 May 2013 70,079 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 68,355 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 59,268 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 59,268 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

engine check light on

Pass 13 Apr 2010 58,188 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 57,233 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 56,000 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 54,718 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 53,053 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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Y524 CCK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 Y524 CCK, 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 Y524 CCK?

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What year was Y524 CCK registered?

Y524 CCK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is Y524 CCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y524 CCK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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