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M490 UVW

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,778 mi
Last recorded126,778 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM490 UVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 126,778 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 126,828 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2022 126,778 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 126,778 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 126,726 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 126,590 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 126,196 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 125,814 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 125,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 124,994 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 124,586 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 123,864 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 123,864 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 120,636 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

airbag light on

all other tyres on 3.0mm and cracking

front wiper incorrectly fitted but secure and clearing

Pass 16 Nov 2010 117,134 miles

front wiper small split but still clearing

power steering pump/resevoir damp

Fail 16 Nov 2010 117,134 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front wiper small split but still clearing

power steering pump/resevoir damp

Pass 23 Nov 2009 112,694 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 112,694 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 108,982 miles

rear number plate starting to delaminate but still legible

Pass 5 Dec 2007 105,443 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 105,443 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 100,965 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2005 96,043 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 96,043 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate starting to de laminate (still readable)

slight play in steering idler arm offside

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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M490 UVW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M490 UVW, 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 M490 UVW?

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What year was M490 UVW registered?

M490 UVW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 October 1994.

Is M490 UVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M490 UVW shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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