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N318 LEX

1995 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

227,396 mi
Last recorded227,396 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN318 LEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2011 227,396 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 219,483 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 209,244 miles

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

show number plates in rear boot customer swopped for correct number plates for mot

Pass 20 Nov 2008 200,265 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 195,644 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 188,952 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 180,479 miles

number plates changed back to standard for mot

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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N318 LEX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N318 LEX, 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 N318 LEX registered?

N318 LEX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 1995.

Is N318 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N318 LEX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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