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Y623 KGE

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,412 mi
Last recorded110,412 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY623 KGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 110,412 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 104,866 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 98,782 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 90,796 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 90,571 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 90,748 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

esp light on at time of test

Pass 21 Dec 2011 90,069 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 85,221 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 85,213 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 84,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 80,723 miles

drivers door rear view mirror discoloured

Fail 4 Jul 2008 80,662 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

drivers door rear view mirror discoloured

Pass 4 Jul 2007 74,952 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 62,257 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 51,620 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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Y623 KGE 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 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 Y623 KGE, 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 Y623 KGE?

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What year was Y623 KGE registered?

Y623 KGE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y623 KGE safe to buy?

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