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N345 DFS

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

154,100 mi
Last recorded154,100 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN345 DFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2014 154,100 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 154,100 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 150,845 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 150,845 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 147,683 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 147,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 143,210 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 18 Nov 2011 143,210 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 139,006 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 139,004 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 134,470 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 132,125 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 132,125 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 129,589 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 126,401 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 126,398 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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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N345 DFS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N345 DFS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N345 DFS?

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What year was N345 DFS registered?

N345 DFS is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 December 1995.

Is N345 DFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N345 DFS shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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