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Y552 RBC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,149 mi
Last recorded113,149 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY552 RBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Jan 2020 113,149 miles

Edges of both front tyres worn

Pass 23 Jan 2019 110,736 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 108,657 miles

n/s rear shock absorber weak dampig

Pass 24 Jan 2017 106,409 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 103,923 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 99,216 miles

EML light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear shock absorber reduced damping effect

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2014 95,822 miles

n/s rear shgockabsorber slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 30 Jan 2013 92,229 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 88,066 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 84,433 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 82,400 miles

Bothy front tyre outer edges bald.

Pass 23 Jan 2009 74,058 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 57,636 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 42,513 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 36,719 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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Y552 RBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y552 RBC, 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 Y552 RBC registered?

Y552 RBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2001.

Is Y552 RBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y552 RBC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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