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L981 SJN

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,191 mi
Last recorded159,191 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL981 SJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 159,191 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 153,415 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 148,469 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 142,635 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 134,739 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 126,863 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2011 126,863 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 119,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 109,774 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 98,852 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 89,694 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 83,597 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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L981 SJN is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol 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 L981 SJN, 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 L981 SJN registered?

L981 SJN is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L981 SJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L981 SJN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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