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RAM 230Y

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Yellow Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

94,867 mi
Last recorded94,867 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAM 230Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 94,867 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2014 93,104 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 91,495 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 89,861 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 88,301 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 85,859 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 83,310 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 79,957 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 12 Sep 2008 79,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 75,529 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 70,002 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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RAM 230Y is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Yellow with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 116,536 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 RAM 230Y, 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 32 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 RAM 230Y?

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What year was RAM 230Y registered?

RAM 230Y is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is RAM 230Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAM 230Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAM 230Y have outstanding finance?

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