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M946 BWV

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,832 mi
Last recorded96,832 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM946 BWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 96,832 miles

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 90,914 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 85,384 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 85,384 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 85,231 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

general under body corrosion

Pass 11 Mar 2022 85,117 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 84,945 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 84,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 84,286 miles

All four brake discs slightly pitted

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2019 84,286 miles

All four brake discs slightly pitted

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 83,700 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 82,330 miles

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorating

Pass 21 Jul 2016 78,860 miles

Slight perishing to rear tyres

Pass 6 Jan 2016 78,713 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both nsf on limit (4.1.E.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr/nsr inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 78,151 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 76,930 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 75,353 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 72,972 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 70,498 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 67,870 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 65,258 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 62,178 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 59,135 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 56,137 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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M946 BWV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 116,536 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 M946 BWV, 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 32 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 M946 BWV registered?

M946 BWV is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 October 1994.

Is M946 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M946 BWV shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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