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TBZ 1354

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,259 mi
Last recorded179,259 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2007
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBZ 1354
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2007 179,259 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 162,180 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2006 161,985 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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TBZ 1354 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TBZ 1354, 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 TBZ 1354?

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What year was TBZ 1354 registered?

TBZ 1354 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 April 1994.

Is TBZ 1354 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBZ 1354 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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