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MKZ 3496

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,799 mi
Last recorded165,799 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKZ 3496
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2014 165,799 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust system corroded and shields loose

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed aeras

Pass 22 Jul 2013 160,005 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

exhaust system corroded and shields loose

plastic trims shields and guards covering aome perscribed aeras

reg font simalar to perscribed font

Pass 23 Jul 2012 150,618 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

rear diff slight oil leak

small chips in zones a and b of windscreen

Pass 4 Aug 2011 140,537 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 129,451 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 120,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 111,526 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 102,936 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

engine oil leak

front exhaust heat shield starting to break up.

Pass 8 Aug 2006 90,702 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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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MKZ 3496 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MKZ 3496, 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 MKZ 3496 registered?

MKZ 3496 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is MKZ 3496 safe to buy?

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