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N743 DBV

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,984 mi
Last recorded57,984 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN743 DBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 57,984 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 54,561 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 48,716 miles

Front exhaust bracket corroded

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

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

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

Spare wheel well corroded

Fail 25 Jun 2014 41,539 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 41,539 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 37,956 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 37,956 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 36,251 miles

Corrrosion on chassis & running gear

Exhaust corroded at joints

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Slight oil leak from differential

Pass 28 Jun 2011 33,930 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 31,684 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 30,757 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 28,481 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 25,392 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 24,261 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 21,888 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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N743 DBV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N743 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.

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What year was N743 DBV registered?

N743 DBV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 1995.

Is N743 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N743 DBV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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