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M482 TET

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,447 mi
Last recorded76,447 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM482 TET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 76,447 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

corrosion along n/s sill

Pass 13 Aug 2019 75,927 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

corrosion on n/s/r outer sill

Fail 5 Aug 2019 75,927 miles

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

corrosion on n/s/r outer sill

Pass 30 Jul 2018 75,253 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

exhaust catalyst deteriorating

nearside outer sill corroded at rear

Pass 11 Aug 2017 74,898 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion along n/s sill

n/s/f tyre on 4mm

Pass 12 Aug 2016 74,595 miles

Offside Front brake dragging slightly

Rear spoiler loose

extensive corrosion on vehicle underside

Pass 7 Aug 2015 74,285 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 73,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 73,663 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 73,335 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 73,335 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 73,033 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 72,671 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/r tyre on 3mm

Pass 14 Aug 2009 72,353 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 72,018 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 71,590 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 70,932 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2005 70,027 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

slight leak on o/s front shock absorber

wiper blade smearing

Pass 18 Aug 2005 70,027 miles

slight leak on o/s front shock absorber

wiper blade smearing

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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M482 TET is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 M482 TET, 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 M482 TET registered?

M482 TET is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 August 1994.

Is M482 TET safe to buy?

The MOT history for M482 TET shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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