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Y759 CLA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,829 mi
Last recorded103,829 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY759 CLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 103,829 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 99,806 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 95,079 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 89,924 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 84,247 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 78,978 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 72,513 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 67,023 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 60,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 60,127 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 51,309 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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Y759 CLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y759 CLA, 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 Y759 CLA registered?

Y759 CLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y759 CLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y759 CLA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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