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M1 HBP

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

85,402 mi
Last recorded85,402 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 HBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 85,402 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S and O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play N/S and O/S (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Suspension arms have cover on, can not see condition of arms

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S and O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 85,327 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view passengers side (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front steering idler slight play

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 85,327 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking to filler tank (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view passengers side (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front steering idler slight play

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 83,038 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bouncy front shock absorbers both (5.3.2 (c))

engine oil low

Fail 25 Nov 2020 83,036 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bouncy front shock absorbers both (5.3.2 (c))

engine oil low

Pass 17 May 2019 72,993 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 65,746 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 56,791 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 56,790 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 49,639 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 41,690 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 41,677 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 41,676 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 41,664 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 41,649 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 41,629 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 41,629 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 41,257 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 41,046 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 40,716 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 39,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 39,509 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 37,852 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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M1 HBP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 M1 HBP, 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 M1 HBP registered?

M1 HBP is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 1994.

Is M1 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 HBP shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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