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L208 FPL

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,933 mi
Last recorded136,933 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL208 FPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2016 136,933 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 136,264 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 135,614 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 134,756 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 133,801 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 132,728 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Mar 2010 131,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 130,568 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 129,317 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 126,702 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 124,000 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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L208 FPL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L208 FPL, 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 L208 FPL?

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What year was L208 FPL registered?

L208 FPL is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 May 1994.

Is L208 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L208 FPL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L208 FPL have outstanding finance?

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