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BLK 142S

1978 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,356 mi
Last recorded146,356 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2007
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz C107,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLK 142S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2007 146,356 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 145,317 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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BLK 142S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BLK 142S, 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.

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How do I check the history of BLK 142S?

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What year was BLK 142S registered?

BLK 142S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BLK 142S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLK 142S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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