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M837 AOU

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

107,716 mi
Last recorded107,716 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM837 AOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 107,716 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 107,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and offside inner seal panel rusted in 2 places each sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 107,403 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 107,403 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 106,698 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 106,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2019 105,656 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 102,731 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 100,277 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 100,277 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 99,112 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 94,010 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 91,655 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 89,545 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 87,107 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 84,941 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 84,361 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 83,931 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 83,183 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 80,148 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 79,366 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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M837 AOU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 116,536 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 M837 AOU, 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 32 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 M837 AOU registered?

M837 AOU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 August 1994.

Is M837 AOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M837 AOU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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