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J13 TJP

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,841 mi
Last recorded129,841 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2013
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 TJP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2013 129,841 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 128,672 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 126,675 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 126,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 125,404 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 120,613 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 120,613 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2007 115,320 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

o/s washer partially blocked

rear brake discs slightly corroded

srs light on

wiper slightly smearing

Pass 18 Sep 2006 110,739 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

rear brake discs corroded

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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J13 TJP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,996cc 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 J13 TJP, 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

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What year was J13 TJP registered?

J13 TJP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 August 1994.

Is J13 TJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 TJP 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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