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M889 BLP

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

76,030 mi
Last recorded76,030 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM889 BLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 76,030 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 66,864 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 64,900 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 61,211 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2021 53,311 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 53,252 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2020 53,288 miles

Central Front Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 53,330 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 53,134 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 52,893 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 52,579 miles

Centre Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 12 May 2015 52,353 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2014 52,234 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 52,016 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 51,793 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre sligthly worn outter wall

Pass 9 May 2011 51,486 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 51,043 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 50,413 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 49,179 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 48,297 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 47,521 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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M889 BLP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 M889 BLP, 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 M889 BLP registered?

M889 BLP is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 February 1995.

Is M889 BLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M889 BLP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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