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Y609 OGU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

193,548 mi
Last recorded193,548 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY609 OGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 193,548 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 193,548 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 179,488 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 170,559 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 161,136 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 150,851 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 139,935 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 139,935 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 131,552 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 115,606 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 110,022 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 94,415 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 72,375 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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Y609 OGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y609 OGU, 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 Y609 OGU?

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What year was Y609 OGU registered?

Y609 OGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y609 OGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y609 OGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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