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L68 RHE

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

187,034 mi
Last recorded187,034 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL68 RHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 187,034 miles

diff seal slightly leaking

o/s/r tyre sidewall perishing

Pass 5 Aug 2014 185,807 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 181,706 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

oil leak from differential

slight corrosion to radiator crossmember

slight free play in o/s and n/s of steering rack

Pass 8 Aug 2012 176,461 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2011 172,157 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 167,168 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 163,323 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 163,323 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 159,952 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 155,672 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 150,094 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 145,190 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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L68 RHE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 L68 RHE, 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 L68 RHE registered?

L68 RHE is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 January 1994.

Is L68 RHE safe to buy?

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