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M312 XKU

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,713 mi
Last recorded103,713 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM312 XKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 103,713 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 96,269 miles

Offside Rear brake binding

engine oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2016 90,744 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 89,413 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 85,735 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 82,306 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 75,319 miles

front brake pads worn low

oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2011 72,327 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 72,327 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 68,476 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 63,597 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 59,703 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2008 59,700 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 54,614 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 49,902 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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M312 XKU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M312 XKU, 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 M312 XKU registered?

M312 XKU is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 February 1995.

Is M312 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M312 XKU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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