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M511 XWY

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,946 mi
Last recorded114,946 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM511 XWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 114,946 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 110,350 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Jul 2016 110,350 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 105,995 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 105,995 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 101,470 miles

Rear tyres worn low on tread

Pass 7 Nov 2013 99,994 miles

general body corrosion

minor oil leaks

Pass 7 Nov 2012 99,407 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2011 98,119 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 96,908 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 96,905 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 95,585 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 94,368 miles

corrosion to off side front inner wing area

Pass 16 Nov 2007 90,721 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 90,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 83,157 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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M511 XWY is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 M511 XWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M511 XWY?

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What year was M511 XWY registered?

M511 XWY is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is M511 XWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M511 XWY shows 16 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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