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DBR 26

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

50,728 mi
Last recorded50,728 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBR 26
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 50,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 50,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 50,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

all dash lights affected when hazard light switched on

condition of the nearside rear tyre outer side wall-cracking

Pass 9 Aug 2011 49,786 miles

stone chip on the nearside front head lamp lens

Fail 9 Aug 2011 49,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

stone chip on the nearside front head lamp lens

Pass 6 Aug 2010 48,252 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 48,252 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 48,082 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

when hazzard light switched on all the other lights affected in the dash( needs new dash circut)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 48,082 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

when hazzard light switched on all the other lights affected in the dash( needs new dash circut)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 46,814 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 45,153 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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DBR 26 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DBR 26, 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 DBR 26?

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What year was DBR 26 registered?

DBR 26 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 1994.

Is DBR 26 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBR 26 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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