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M990 HVC

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

187,280 mi
Last recorded187,280 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2023
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM990 HVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023 187,280 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Inner sills slightly corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2021 186,691 miles

Nearside Rear corrosion hole below trim on wheel arch but not structural

corrosion to body in various places but sharp edges not exposed

Fail 30 Oct 2021 186,628 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all lights inop (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill end into rear wheel arch excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill end into wheel arch excess corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material advise benefit of doubt given ... re-assess 3 months (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front wing at bottom by door area corroded to holes ... sharp edges recessed

Offside mirror secured by tape

surface corrosion to suspension components and body etc... numerous places

Pass 23 Oct 2020 186,624 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 186,480 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 185,319 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 184,404 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 183,505 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 183,505 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 180,291 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 174,972 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 168,750 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 164,026 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 157,685 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 151,636 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 151,636 miles

Front Steering damper gland failed and leaking oil (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 144,166 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 136,640 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

air leak from headlamp adjuster switch

front discs worn and pads 50% worn

Fail 10 Nov 2008 136,640 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

air leak from headlamp adjuster switch

front discs worn and pads 50% worn

Pass 9 Oct 2007 127,126 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 119,632 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 110,093 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 110,093 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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M990 HVC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 M990 HVC, 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 M990 HVC registered?

M990 HVC is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 January 1995.

Is M990 HVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M990 HVC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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