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M439 DLL

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,483 mi
Last recorded120,483 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM439 DLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 120,483 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 120,083 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 101,202 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 101,172 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 82,992 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 82,992 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 64,185 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 57,790 miles

Body has slight corrosion Bothsides front upper susp. mount area. (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 56,119 miles

offside front tyre worn slightly on inner edge

Pass 31 Mar 2014 52,605 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 52,605 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 51,030 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 49,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 49,687 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 49,655 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 48,226 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 47,180 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 45,477 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 43,211 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 40,792 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 40,792 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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M439 DLL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M439 DLL, 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 M439 DLL registered?

M439 DLL is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 1995.

Is M439 DLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M439 DLL shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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