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RBZ 2573

1995 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

107,256 mi
Last recorded107,256 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBZ 2573
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 107,256 miles

osr inner side light inner inop-50% rule applied

rear section of ns front to rear brake pipe rusty

Fail 9 Aug 2010 107,183 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

osr inner side light inner inop-50% rule applied

rear section of ns front to rear brake pipe rusty

Pass 20 Aug 2009 98,371 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

slight play in steering box

wiper slightly smearing screen

Fail 18 Aug 2009 98,368 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake discs slightly corroded

slight play in steering box

wiper slightly smearing screen

Pass 8 May 2008 96,311 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 96,311 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 92,372 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2006 92,372 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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RBZ 2573 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 RBZ 2573, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RBZ 2573 registered?

RBZ 2573 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is RBZ 2573 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBZ 2573 shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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