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AAL 11M

1997 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Lpg 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,871 mi
Last recorded141,871 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz C110,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAL 11M
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2025 141,871 miles

Coil spring corroded All under trays fitted (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 137,422 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 132,959 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 129,062 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle bolting area right on the limit (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear chassis to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

lpg convered emissions not tested

Pass 16 Nov 2021 125,499 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 120,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 112,291 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 107,201 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 104,957 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 100,021 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 95,214 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 89,463 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 82,872 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 77,094 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 70,877 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 64,353 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 57,630 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 50,275 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 46,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 43,824 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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AAL 11M is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 110,952 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 AAL 11M, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AAL 11M registered?

AAL 11M is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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