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Y815 KBW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,696 mi
Last recorded106,696 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY815 KBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 106,696 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 106,694 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 105,880 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 105,063 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 102,952 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 100,488 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2014 100,488 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 99,244 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 159,699 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 May 2012 97,702 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 94,450 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 90,495 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 88,000 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 85,460 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 83,083 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 79,425 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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Y815 KBW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y815 KBW, 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 Y815 KBW registered?

Y815 KBW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y815 KBW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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