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L500 RKJ

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

127,224 mi
Last recorded127,224 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL500 RKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 127,224 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear rear subframe and suspension components

Pass 13 Nov 2020 127,184 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 127,184 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 126,620 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 119,787 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2019 119,787 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 108,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal tread depth 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 101,737 miles

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

Rear pads deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2016 97,967 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 93,582 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 90,559 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 88,572 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 86,410 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 84,893 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 82,341 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 80,912 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 79,435 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 76,672 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 73,934 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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L500 RKJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 L500 RKJ, 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 L500 RKJ?

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What year was L500 RKJ registered?

L500 RKJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 1994.

Is L500 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L500 RKJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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