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M831 HDF

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,727 mi
Last recorded80,727 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM831 HDF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 80,727 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 74,880 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 74,880 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 66,427 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 58,031 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 58,031 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 49,964 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 21 Jan 2009 40,924 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 39,502 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 37,472 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 36,293 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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M831 HDF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M831 HDF, 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 M831 HDF?

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What year was M831 HDF registered?

M831 HDF is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 1995.

Is M831 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M831 HDF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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