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N985 YNE

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,218 mi
Last recorded131,218 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN985 YNE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 131,218 miles

hazard switch loose

Pass 27 Aug 2013 129,387 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear pads worn

Pass 7 Sep 2010 129,397 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discs worn

oil leak rear diff

Pass 21 Feb 2009 127,284 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

oil leak rear axle

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 4 Feb 2008 123,937 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre low tread.

Pass 31 Jan 2007 119,269 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 119,269 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2006 115,184 miles

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

both rear tyres outer sidewalls perishing

both rear tyres tread wear low on legal limit in places

oil leak

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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N985 YNE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N985 YNE, 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 N985 YNE registered?

N985 YNE is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 1995.

Is N985 YNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N985 YNE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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