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M540 SNC

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,479 mi
Last recorded131,479 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM540 SNC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2014 131,479 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 127,638 miles

rusting to body, arches, rear chassis

Pass 17 Jan 2012 124,595 miles

rear body arches corroded but not with jagged edges

slight corrosion to front floors

slight corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 31 Jan 2011 121,643 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 121,643 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2010 119,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 116,531 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 112,601 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 108,098 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 103,795 miles

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

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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M540 SNC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M540 SNC, 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

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What year was M540 SNC registered?

M540 SNC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 1995.

Is M540 SNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M540 SNC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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