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MLZ 8357

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

80,085 mi
Last recorded80,085 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 8357
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 80,085 miles

nearside rear tyre worn

Pass 3 Apr 2017 78,267 miles

both front tyres have worn edges

Pass 22 Mar 2016 76,730 miles

catalytic converter takes a while to warm up

Pass 26 Mar 2015 75,286 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 73,932 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 72,409 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 70,575 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

off side wing mirror slighty insecure.

Fail 29 Mar 2011 68,200 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 68,200 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 65,717 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 63,182 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 63,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 60,325 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 60,325 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 57,651 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 55,280 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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MLZ 8357 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MLZ 8357, 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 MLZ 8357 registered?

MLZ 8357 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is MLZ 8357 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 8357 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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