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M878 VMG

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

164,457 mi
Last recorded164,457 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM878 VMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 164,457 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 159,899 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 155,376 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 150,894 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 147,196 miles

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

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 147,196 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 144,602 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 144,602 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 141,373 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 141,373 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 10 Nov 2008 134,373 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 134,373 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 128,445 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 120,991 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 111,714 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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M878 VMG is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 M878 VMG, 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 M878 VMG registered?

M878 VMG is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 March 1995.

Is M878 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M878 VMG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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