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M55 ARC

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Green Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,255 mi
Last recorded87,255 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 ARC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 87,255 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 86,880 miles

Battery tray corroded - Battery not likely to fall out.

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 86,879 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Battery tray corroded - Battery not likely to fall out.

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

Nearside Rear Mudflap insecure and likely to fall off

Pass 7 Dec 2018 85,751 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber corroded.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Arch corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber corroded.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Arch Corroded.

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle Corroded.

Fail 29 Nov 2018 85,715 miles

Central Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber corroded.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Arch corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber corroded.

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Arch Corroded.

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Axle Corroded.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 85,074 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 84,200 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 83,044 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 82,338 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 81,356 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 80,527 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 78,065 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 75,599 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 73,179 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 70,315 miles

ADV REAR No PLATE

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 66,013 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 62,697 miles

advise rear no plate

Pass 15 Dec 2005 59,993 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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M55 ARC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M55 ARC, 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.

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What year was M55 ARC registered?

M55 ARC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M55 ARC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 ARC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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