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J19 TAW

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,239 mi
Last recorded98,239 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ19 TAW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2022 98,239 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 95,826 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 93,709 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rear diff leaking oil

under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 13 Feb 2018 93,544 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 91,987 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 91,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 90,376 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 90,376 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 90,008 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 89,258 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 89,039 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 88,028 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 85,474 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 83,355 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 80,565 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 77,789 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 75,879 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 72,958 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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J19 TAW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J19 TAW, 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.

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What year was J19 TAW registered?

J19 TAW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is J19 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J19 TAW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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