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M281 AHJ

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

179,692 mi
Last recorded179,692 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM281 AHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 179,692 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 174,567 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 174,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 169,331 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 165,982 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 164,272 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 160,162 miles

Oil leak

o/s rear tyre wall craking outer edge n/s rear tyre wall craking outer edge

Pass 8 May 2013 155,049 miles

o/f side n/side rear tyre spiting

Pass 10 Apr 2012 149,234 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 147,574 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 147,572 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 147,515 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 147,515 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 146,467 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 145,695 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 144,278 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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M281 AHJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M281 AHJ, 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 M281 AHJ registered?

M281 AHJ is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 August 1994.

Is M281 AHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M281 AHJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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