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L867 RAK

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

189,669 mi
Last recorded189,669 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2009
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL867 RAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2009 189,669 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 181,896 miles

Front tyres wearing more on inside edge, suggest tracking check.

Wiper sticking.

Pass 14 Dec 2007 176,287 miles

Air suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2007 176,287 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 163,872 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 163,770 miles

SLIGHTLY DAMP AROUND FUEL PUMP

Fail 25 Apr 2006 163,770 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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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L867 RAK is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L867 RAK, 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 L867 RAK registered?

L867 RAK is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L867 RAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L867 RAK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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