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L376 GAA

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

160,941 mi
Last recorded160,941 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL376 GAA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 160,941 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 160,581 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 159,191 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 156,928 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 154,223 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 151,276 miles

Brake performance could be lots better.

Nearside Front Steering arm has play.

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inside edge.

Offside Front Tyre worn on inside edge.

Oil leak.

Pass 17 Nov 2015 141,994 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 144,234 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 144,233 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 140,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 140,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 135,265 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 131,900 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 129,032 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

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

Pass 21 Nov 2009 126,291 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 123,502 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 120,184 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 120,184 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 115,506 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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L376 GAA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 L376 GAA, 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 L376 GAA registered?

L376 GAA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 1994.

Is L376 GAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L376 GAA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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