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OUI 8930

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

162,375 mi
Last recorded162,375 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 8930
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 162,375 miles

Central Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 162,364 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Antifreeze leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel tank breather pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Central Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front headlamps bulbs (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 162,230 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 159,854 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 159,854 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 157,908 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 155,620 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 148,654 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 139,693 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 132,109 miles

rear washer jet missing

Pass 29 Sep 2015 125,158 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 117,378 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 117,378 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 115,160 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tail gate struts inoperative

Pass 27 Sep 2012 109,020 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 100,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 100,582 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Sep 2010 99,016 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 99,016 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 96,349 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 92,903 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 92,903 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2007 88,105 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 88,105 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 81,866 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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OUI 8930 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 103,759 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 OUI 8930, 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 27 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 OUI 8930 registered?

OUI 8930 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 1999.

Is OUI 8930 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUI 8930 shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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