MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
71,772 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
poor fitting rear silencer box
various metal brake pipes starting to corrode
Centre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
poor fitting rear silencer box
various metal brake pipes starting to corrode
corrosion developing on metal brake pipes
steering damper starting to leak
Centre Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M885 VMG is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 M885 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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How do I check the history of M885 VMG?
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What year was M885 VMG registered?
M885 VMG is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 April 1995.
Is M885 VMG safe to buy?
The MOT history for M885 VMG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M885 VMG have outstanding finance?
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