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YLW 510X

1982 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

178,840 mi
Last recorded178,840 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz C125,608 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLW 510X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 178,840 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion mid floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 178,684 miles

Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 178,680 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 178,675 miles

Has corrosion around o\s\r jacking point

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 178,549 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 178,337 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 178,337 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 177,981 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 177,500 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 175,105 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 171,439 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 167,198 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 167,192 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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YLW 510X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 125,608 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 YLW 510X, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLW 510X?

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What year was YLW 510X registered?

YLW 510X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is YLW 510X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLW 510X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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