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M980 PVM

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,121 mi
Last recorded150,121 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM980 PVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 150,121 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 147,082 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 144,569 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 142,005 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 138,613 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 135,872 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 132,741 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 121,562 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 116,763 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

excessive over heating

radiator fan not worhing

Fail 30 Nov 2006 116,751 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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M980 PVM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M980 PVM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M980 PVM registered?

M980 PVM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 1995.

Is M980 PVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M980 PVM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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