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L337 SGU

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

162,049 mi
Last recorded162,049 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL337 SGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 162,049 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and rear both sides (3.6.B.4e)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

rear subframe and all suspension components corrded

Pass 4 Mar 2015 161,588 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 4 Mar 2015 161,588 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 159,390 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 153,226 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 150,557 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 149,663 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 149,663 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 140,967 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 137,136 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 136,491 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 131,307 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 131,307 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 127,186 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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L337 SGU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 L337 SGU, 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 L337 SGU?

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What year was L337 SGU registered?

L337 SGU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 1994.

Is L337 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L337 SGU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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