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M998 CGN

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

161,511 mi
Last recorded161,511 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM998 CGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 161,511 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 160,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 158,561 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 157,179 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 157,179 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose 2x wheel nuts loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 156,174 miles

Nearside front tyre lightly wearing on outer edge,both rear wearing centre of tread's,cracking,o/s rear nail

Pass 23 Jan 2017 155,112 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 150,586 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 144,011 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 139,209 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 132,148 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 126,216 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 119,228 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 113,533 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 107,589 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 100,622 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 96,086 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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M998 CGN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M998 CGN, 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 M998 CGN registered?

M998 CGN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 February 1995.

Is M998 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M998 CGN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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