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N493 GLO

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,883 mi
Last recorded107,883 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN493 GLO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 107,883 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 107,881 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 101,961 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 96,540 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 90,436 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 85,146 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 79,320 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 72,267 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 65,092 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 62,943 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

STEERING BOX SLIGHTLY DAMP

Pass 3 Apr 2007 61,049 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 59,131 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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N493 GLO is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 N493 GLO, 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 N493 GLO?

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What year was N493 GLO registered?

N493 GLO is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 1995.

Is N493 GLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N493 GLO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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