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M809 WHK

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,769 mi
Last recorded153,769 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM809 WHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 153,769 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES COVERED IN GRASE (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive REAR OF ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective BROKEN BUT EXHAUST STILL SECURE (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 152,410 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 148,551 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 147,090 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 146,312 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 144,806 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all 4 tyres cracking but not showing tyre cords

Pass 16 Apr 2015 143,382 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 142,237 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 140,645 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 138,212 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 136,641 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 136,641 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 132,786 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 132,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 126,694 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)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 109,389 miles

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 2 Jun 2007 85,455 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 19 Jun 2006 74,658 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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M809 WHK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol 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 M809 WHK, 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 M809 WHK registered?

M809 WHK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 January 1995.

Is M809 WHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M809 WHK 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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