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MUY 179X

1982 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

59,729 mi
Last recorded59,729 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz C125,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUY 179X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 59,729 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 59,699 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 59,413 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 58,718 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 57,931 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 55,523 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 49,549 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 48,895 miles

n/s/f bottom ball joint boot split

Pass 21 Apr 2009 42,722 miles

corrosion on rear brake discs

n/s track rod end boot split

Fail 21 Apr 2009 42,722 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

corrosion on rear brake discs

n/s track rod end boot split

Pass 23 Apr 2008 41,757 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 41,757 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 41,696 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 41,696 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MUY 179X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 125,608 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 MUY 179X, 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 44 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 MUY 179X registered?

MUY 179X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is MUY 179X safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUY 179X shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MUY 179X have outstanding finance?

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