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M216 CLE

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,948 mi
Last recorded90,948 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM216 CLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 90,948 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 88,338 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 85,800 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 83,272 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 80,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 80,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 77,671 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 May 2010 74,917 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2009 71,257 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 68,349 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side rear tyre side wall slightly perished and wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Apr 2007 65,011 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 65,011 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Apr 2006 61,494 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

oil leak under engine

Pass 4 Apr 2006 61,494 miles

oil leak under engine

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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M216 CLE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,535 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 M216 CLE, 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 31 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 M216 CLE?

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What year was M216 CLE registered?

M216 CLE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 1995.

Is M216 CLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M216 CLE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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