MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
284,075 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Headlamps matched pair incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
under carrage covered in substance
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Prop shaft likely to become detached bolts to sort to locking nut (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
under carrage covered in substance
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Offside Front Nail in tyre ()
both rear tyres worn on inner shoulders
air bag light on
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M170 UAO is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 M170 UAO, 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 M170 UAO registered?
M170 UAO is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.
Is M170 UAO safe to buy?
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