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M235 TNP

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

117,529 mi
Last recorded117,529 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM235 TNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 117,529 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 29 May 2015 117,532 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 28 May 2014 114,530 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 May 2013 111,552 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 98,027 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 87,337 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 72,783 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 58,919 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 54,922 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Oil leak from suspect head gasket area.

Pass 21 Mar 2007 50,666 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 46,497 miles

oil leak from engine and differential

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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M235 TNP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M235 TNP, 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.

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What year was M235 TNP registered?

M235 TNP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M235 TNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M235 TNP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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