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Y524 PVJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,033 mi
Last recorded108,033 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY524 PVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 108,033 miles

Nearside Front And offside tyre perrish

Fail 5 Feb 2018 108,033 miles

Nearside Front And offside tyre perrish

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2017 104,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Aug 2017 104,729 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 99,855 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 92,549 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2014 84,123 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 77,792 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 71,894 miles

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)

rear differential leaking oil

Pass 4 Jul 2011 63,970 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 63,970 miles

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 56,691 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 51,785 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 4 Sep 2007 36,808 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 29,598 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 PVJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PVJ, 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 PVJ?

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What year was Y524 PVJ registered?

Y524 PVJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 July 2001.

Is Y524 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y524 PVJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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