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AAP 21T

1978 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,711 mi
Last recorded91,711 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz C107,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAP 21T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 91,711 miles

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play centre (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 87,487 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 83,854 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 83,719 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 82,345 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 81,779 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 81,779 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 9.6% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 81,081 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2019 81,081 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2014 80,664 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2013 79,139 miles

Centre Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 77,514 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 76,761 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 75,477 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 75,183 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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AAP 21T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 107,645 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 AAP 21T, 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 48 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 AAP 21T?

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What year was AAP 21T registered?

AAP 21T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is AAP 21T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAP 21T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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