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C83 DWL

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

220,679 mi
Last recorded220,679 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2013
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC83 DWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2013 220,679 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 205,901 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 196,082 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 196,019 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 191,776 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 191,776 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 186,950 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 178,043 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 166,076 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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C83 DWL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 116,536 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 C83 DWL, 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 32 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 C83 DWL?

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What year was C83 DWL registered?

C83 DWL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 August 1994.

Is C83 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C83 DWL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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