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B151 RJU

1985 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

101,083 mi
Last recorded101,083 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2023
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz C123,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB151 RJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2023 101,083 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 100,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 100,178 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 98,627 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 98,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

spare tyre flat

Pass 18 Aug 2016 98,581 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 98,543 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 98,524 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 23 May 2012 98,982 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 98,482 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 97,961 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

slight binding on n/side and o/side rear brakes

Pass 2 Jul 2009 97,462 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 97,382 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 97,382 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2005 95,293 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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B151 RJU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 123,013 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 B151 RJU, 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 41 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 B151 RJU registered?

B151 RJU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is B151 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B151 RJU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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