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L212 XLA

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,939 mi
Last recorded115,939 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2015
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL212 XLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2015 115,939 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 111,533 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 106,173 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 101,624 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 96,542 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 96,542 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 92,479 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 86,694 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 82,372 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 75,310 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 68,030 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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L212 XLA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L212 XLA, 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 L212 XLA?

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What year was L212 XLA registered?

L212 XLA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 May 1994.

Is L212 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L212 XLA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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