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L718 BUT

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,511 mi
Last recorded164,511 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL718 BUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 164,511 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 156,826 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 151,727 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 139,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 139,619 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 134,321 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 129,615 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Oct 2010 129,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2009 123,145 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

play in steering on nearside front

Pass 20 Oct 2008 116,319 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 112,122 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2006 108,760 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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L718 BUT is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 L718 BUT, 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

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What year was L718 BUT registered?

L718 BUT is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L718 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L718 BUT shows 12 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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