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OEU 712J

1971 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 1987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,086 mi
Last recorded98,086 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz C98,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEU 712J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,987cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 98,086 miles

play in suspension

Pass 17 May 2016 98,086 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 87,313 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 68,837 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 68,683 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 May 2013 48,236 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 47,904 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside rear drive shaft cv gaiters perished

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside windscreen washer not working

Oil leak from engine area

Oil leak from rear axle

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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OEU 712J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 98,086 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 OEU 712J, 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 55 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 OEU 712J?

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What year was OEU 712J registered?

OEU 712J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 May 1971.

Is OEU 712J safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEU 712J shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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