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M501 BCS

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,024 mi
Last recorded148,024 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM501 BCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 148,024 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2017 147,859 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear to front pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 139,541 miles

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

rear brake pads worn

Fail 17 Feb 2016 139,433 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis to floor (2.4.A.3)

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

rear brake pads worn

Pass 10 Feb 2015 132,076 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 127,047 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 119,741 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 112,457 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 106,143 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 99,636 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 93,927 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 91,771 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 88,831 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 85,902 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 85,898 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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M501 BCS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M501 BCS, 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 M501 BCS registered?

M501 BCS is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M501 BCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M501 BCS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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