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C3 HTR

1999 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

White Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

217,401 mi
Last recorded217,401 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Sprinter175,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 HTR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2011 217,401 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 188,752 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 168,352 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 168,352 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 22 Feb 2008 151,612 miles

Oil leak

both hub seals leaking

Pass 21 Feb 2007 129,011 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 124,126 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre close to limits.

slight knock from the steering rack.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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C3 HTR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in White with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 175,587 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C3 HTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C3 HTR?

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What year was C3 HTR registered?

C3 HTR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is C3 HTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 HTR shows 7 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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