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L54 WAM

1994 Mercedes C250

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,454 mi
Last recorded116,454 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL54 WAM
MakeMercedes
ModelC250
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 116,454 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2026 116,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2025 116,168 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 116,168 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2009 116,330 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 116,125 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 113,169 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 108,424 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes C250?

Based on 1,474 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too low 11
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L54 WAM is a 1994 Mercedes C250 in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mercedes C250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L54 WAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes C250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 32 years old, this Mercedes C250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L54 WAM registered?

L54 WAM is a 1994 Mercedes C250, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L54 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L54 WAM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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