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L583 XPV

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

174,089 mi
Last recorded174,089 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL583 XPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 174,089 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 174,089 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 165,055 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 158,082 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 152,345 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 152,345 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 144,394 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 140,312 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 128,351 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 118,951 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2007 108,539 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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L583 XPV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L583 XPV, 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 L583 XPV?

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What year was L583 XPV registered?

L583 XPV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L583 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L583 XPV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L583 XPV have outstanding finance?

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