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M863 DRK

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

61,289 mi
Last recorded61,289 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM863 DRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 61,289 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 61,289 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 61,085 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 60,900 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 60,669 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 60,211 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 60,156 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 59,446 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 58,868 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 57,460 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 57,086 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 55,987 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 55,124 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 55,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 53,715 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 53,715 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 52,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 52,147 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 50,237 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 50,237 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 48,474 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 48,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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M863 DRK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M863 DRK, 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 M863 DRK registered?

M863 DRK is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 1995.

Is M863 DRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M863 DRK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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