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Y718 JGX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

57,933 mi
Last recorded57,933 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY718 JGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 57,933 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 55,771 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 55,702 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 54,162 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 48,329 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 48,326 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 44,209 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 41,260 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 41,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2016 37,940 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 34,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 May 2015 34,794 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 32,111 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,515 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 28,676 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 26,789 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 25,267 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 23,698 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 21,925 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 19,872 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 15,720 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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Y718 JGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y718 JGX, 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 Y718 JGX registered?

Y718 JGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y718 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y718 JGX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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