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L520 LBE

1994 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,322 mi
Last recorded57,322 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL520 LBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 57,322 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2026 57,322 miles

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 54,384 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 49,506 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 45,615 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 45,615 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 42,315 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 42,351 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 42,211 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 40,729 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 40,701 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 39,913 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 38,847 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 38,847 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 37,667 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 35,731 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 33,675 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 32,719 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 31,538 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 30,561 miles

slight engine and gearbox oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2009 29,233 miles

nearside front and nearside rear tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 18 Mar 2008 27,209 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 24,685 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 23,372 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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L520 LBE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L520 LBE, 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 L520 LBE?

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What year was L520 LBE registered?

L520 LBE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 1994.

Is L520 LBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L520 LBE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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