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H23 SHO

1990 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

138,699 mi
Last recorded138,699 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz C130,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH23 SHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 138,699 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 132,031 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 131,727 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 126,284 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 Dec 2007 126,284 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 126,090 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front prop coupling worn

fuel pipe slightly corroded at rear

poly vee belt perished

Pass 16 Nov 2006 120,006 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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H23 SHO is a 1990 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 130,317 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 H23 SHO, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H23 SHO registered?

H23 SHO is a 1990 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H23 SHO safe to buy?

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