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M311 VCH

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,157 mi
Last recorded105,157 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM311 VCH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 105,157 miles

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

engine hunting

Pass 13 Apr 2015 102,969 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 101,666 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 92,910 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 83,127 miles

nearside front tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 19 Apr 2011 72,052 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 64,373 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake pads worn low to 1,5mm - osf tyre uneven wear just legal - exh part of starting to rust - but no leaks

Pass 18 Apr 2009 57,555 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 52,522 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 47,378 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 47,374 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 41,035 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 41,035 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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M311 VCH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M311 VCH, 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 M311 VCH registered?

M311 VCH is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M311 VCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M311 VCH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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