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M3 FDK

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

94,934 mi
Last recorded94,934 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 FDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 94,934 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 92,810 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 90,083 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 86,185 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play centre steering knuckle joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 81,810 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 78,328 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 75,605 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 71,841 miles

Main beam.Pass/flash inop on stalk.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15. Worn on inner edge.Also nail in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 71,841 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Both. (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Main beam.Pass/flash inop on stalk.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15. Worn on inner edge.Also nail in tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 68,304 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 63,995 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 61,030 miles

n/s/f outer anti roll bar bush slightly worn

slight sweat at both front shockers

Pass 6 Nov 2014 59,401 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 57,741 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2013 57,741 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 53,461 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 51,360 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 48,750 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 48,750 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 44,938 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 41,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 41,946 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 37,404 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 31,552 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 28,471 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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M3 FDK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 M3 FDK, 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 M3 FDK registered?

M3 FDK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M3 FDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 FDK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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