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M39 FYS

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,718 mi
Last recorded116,718 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM39 FYS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 116,718 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 111,645 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 107,060 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 102,761 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 99,597 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 99,597 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 May 2015 98,075 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 98,075 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 97,381 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 97,381 miles

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

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

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2013 96,469 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 96,124 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 95,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 May 2011 95,529 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 94,697 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 94,697 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 93,375 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 90,520 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 90,512 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 88,268 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 82,555 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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M39 FYS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 M39 FYS, 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 M39 FYS registered?

M39 FYS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 1995.

Is M39 FYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M39 FYS shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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