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MU 20

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

161,925 mi
Last recorded161,925 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU 20
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 161,925 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 159,177 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 158,528 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 158,165 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 155,784 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 155,242 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 153,651 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 153,317 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 152,591 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 149,722 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 143,118 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 140,564 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 140,564 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 136,839 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 128,900 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 118,466 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 108,427 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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 7 Aug 2006 100,327 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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MU 20 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MU 20, 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 MU 20 registered?

MU 20 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is MU 20 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU 20 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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