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LYH 40X

1982 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,839 mi
Last recorded71,839 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz C125,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYH 40X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 71,839 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 71,505 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2021 70,937 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 70,517 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 70,517 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill front, back of wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 69,787 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 69,666 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 69,583 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 69,522 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 69,443 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 69,403 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 May 2008 69,378 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 69,378 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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LYH 40X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 125,608 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 LYH 40X, 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 44 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 LYH 40X?

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What year was LYH 40X registered?

LYH 40X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 January 1982.

Is LYH 40X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYH 40X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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