CarVerify

Free Car Check

M401 UMH

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2199cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

89,207 mi
Last recorded89,207 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM401 UMH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 89,207 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 87,317 miles

n/s front tyre low on inner edge

n/s rear tyre on limit

rear brake pads getting low

wheel damage to o/s rear wheel rim

Pass 2 Nov 2018 84,141 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 84,138 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 81,117 miles

Offside Rear tyre wall damaged (driven flat)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 76,440 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 71,492 miles

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2014 67,755 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 66,617 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 66,058 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 65,678 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 65,172 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 64,891 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 64,647 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 63,947 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 63,594 miles

SLIGHT LEAK FROM STEERING DAMPER

Pass 4 Oct 2005 62,883 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M401 UMH is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M401 UMH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M401 UMH?

You can check the full history of M401 UMH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M401 UMH registered?

M401 UMH is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 1994.

Is M401 UMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M401 UMH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M401 UMH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M401 UMH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.