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M449 LYW

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

157,013 mi
Last recorded157,013 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM449 LYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 157,013 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 150,990 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 146,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 139,422 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 134,484 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 129,485 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 129,485 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 123,496 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 123,496 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2018 117,115 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 68,515 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 64,346 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 62,818 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 61,136 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 60,132 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 59,197 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 55,643 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 52,967 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 52,964 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 49,669 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 46,461 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 44,009 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 40,887 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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M449 LYW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 M449 LYW, 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

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What year was M449 LYW registered?

M449 LYW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 1994.

Is M449 LYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M449 LYW shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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