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Y588 PVJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

119,288 mi
Last recorded119,288 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY588 PVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 119,288 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 119,286 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2018 106,010 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

front brake imbalance close to legal limit

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 May 2017 101,815 miles

both headlamps - beam image poor

engine covers fitted

front brake imbalance close to legal limit

rear brake discs pitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 96,385 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 91,259 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 89,876 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 87,449 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 85,661 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 83,396 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 80,765 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 77,187 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 73,571 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

uneven wear on both front tyres

Pass 24 Feb 2007 69,620 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 62,038 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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Y588 PVJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y588 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 Y588 PVJ?

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What year was Y588 PVJ registered?

Y588 PVJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y588 PVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y588 PVJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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