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M886 YFC

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

120,843 mi
Last recorded120,843 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM886 YFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2016 120,843 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front FLOOR RUSTED BUT NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA

Pass 12 Aug 2015 107,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 99,910 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 99,910 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 99,133 miles

both rear tyres only just above legal limit and ignition key jammed during test

Fail 28 Aug 2013 99,133 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres only just above legal limit and ignition key jammed during test

Pass 17 Aug 2012 87,468 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front number plate starting to deface

n/s/f tyre low on tread on the outer edge

Pass 26 Aug 2011 80,076 miles

MINOR PLAY MISC COMPONENTS-F SUSPENSION-STEERING-F WHEEL BEARINGS.

Pass 16 Aug 2010 75,265 miles

INCOMPLETE SEAT BELT CHECK-C/S.MINOR PLAY MISC COMPONENTS-STEERING-SUSPENSION.BRAKES-MISC HOSE FERRULES CORRODED.O/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR.

Fail 16 Aug 2010 75,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

INCOMPLETE SEAT BELT CHECK-C/S.MINOR PLAY MISC COMPONENTS-STEERING-SUSPENSION.BRAKES-MISC HOSE FERRULES CORRODED.O/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR.

Pass 13 Aug 2009 67,316 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 65,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 65,979 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 63,864 miles

MINOR PLAY STEERING/SUSPENSION MISC BRAKE FITTINGS CORRODED

Fail 21 Aug 2007 63,864 miles

MINOR PLAY STEERING/SUSPENSION MISC BRAKE FITTINGS CORRODED

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 24 Aug 2006 60,347 miles

Centre Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

WASH DELIVERY POOR O/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR GENERAL WEAR STEERING/SUSPENSION EMISSIONS HIGH P/A/S DAMPER WET

Pass 24 Aug 2006 60,347 miles

WASH DELIVERY POOR O/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR GENERAL WEAR STEERING/SUSPENSION EMISSIONS HIGH P/A/S DAMPER WET

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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M886 YFC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 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 M886 YFC, 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 M886 YFC registered?

M886 YFC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M886 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M886 YFC shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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