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J88 JMK

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

46,656 mi
Last recorded46,656 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 JMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 46,656 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 46,656 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 46,395 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 45,464 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 45,462 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 44,868 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 43,763 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 43,094 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 42,284 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 41,554 miles

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

Offside front tyre heavily cracked around outer sidewall.

Pass 15 Oct 2010 40,262 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 36,615 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 34,113 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak from o/s drive shaft seal

Pass 24 Oct 2007 29,753 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 24,973 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)

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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J88 JMK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,535 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 J88 JMK, 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 31 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 J88 JMK registered?

J88 JMK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 August 1995.

Is J88 JMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 JMK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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