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L817 ANP

1994 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,276 mi
Last recorded96,276 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL817 ANP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 96,276 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front corner of bumper is cracked

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 94,315 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 94,315 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2023 91,789 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 91,789 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 90,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2022 90,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 88,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 86,119 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 85,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 84,865 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 84,538 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 83,597 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 82,791 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 82,791 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 81,314 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 79,575 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 77,642 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 74,945 miles

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 72,715 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 71,409 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 70,139 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 67,237 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 65,045 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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L817 ANP 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 L817 ANP, 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 L817 ANP?

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What year was L817 ANP registered?

L817 ANP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 May 1994.

Is L817 ANP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L817 ANP 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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