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N721 DBV

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,498 mi
Last recorded159,498 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN721 DBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 159,498 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 150,726 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

all brake pipes front to the rear slightly corroded

under vehicle all prescribed area and all suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2011 142,935 miles

slow run hunting but passable

Fail 21 Nov 2009 141,221 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 141,221 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 133,955 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 124,462 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 107,983 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 82,004 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

coolant leaking from around top hose/radiator area!

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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N721 DBV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N721 DBV, 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

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What year was N721 DBV registered?

N721 DBV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 August 1995.

Is N721 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N721 DBV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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