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Y771 REE

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,828 mi
Last recorded138,828 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY771 REE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 138,828 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 133,184 miles

n/s/f tyre slight perishing rear brake pipes greased

Fail 3 May 2022 133,183 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn rubber split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre slight perishing rear brake pipes greased

Pass 27 May 2021 128,496 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 125,661 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 125,661 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre worn rear pads o/s worn

Pass 6 May 2019 119,306 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 112,531 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 105,539 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 100,670 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 90,825 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 81,744 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 72,254 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 63,432 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 51,508 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 51,508 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 37,251 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 33,144 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 27,547 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 21,812 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 16,229 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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Y771 REE 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 85.7%.

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 Y771 REE, 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 Y771 REE registered?

Y771 REE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y771 REE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y771 REE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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