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M252 TBA

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

135,658 mi
Last recorded135,658 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM252 TBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 135,658 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2012 135,658 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)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2011 121,977 miles

advise there is a strong smell of fuel but unable to locate a leak

Pass 27 May 2010 112,191 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 102,373 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 102,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 May 2008 92,674 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 84,055 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 84,046 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

exhaust heat shield slightly loose os/f disc slightly scored f/number plate slightly faded

Pass 4 May 2006 80,616 miles

both rear sills coroded at rear

rear diff leaking

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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M252 TBA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M252 TBA, 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

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What year was M252 TBA registered?

M252 TBA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M252 TBA safe to buy?

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