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Y635 TLH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

97,832 mi
Last recorded97,832 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY635 TLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 97,832 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 95,062 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 92,406 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 89,803 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 86,559 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 83,635 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 82,278 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 80,284 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 80,284 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 77,506 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 74,784 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 71,455 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 69,780 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 68,008 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 65,055 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 64,204 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 62,732 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 60,292 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 57,856 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 55,059 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 51,224 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 46,829 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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Y635 TLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y635 TLH, 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 Y635 TLH registered?

Y635 TLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is Y635 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y635 TLH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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