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UIB 8157

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,822 mi
Last recorded148,822 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUIB 8157
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 148,822 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 143,767 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 135,126 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 131,608 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 131,608 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 127,912 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 124,071 miles

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

engine mountings weak

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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UIB 8157 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 UIB 8157, 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 UIB 8157?

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What year was UIB 8157 registered?

UIB 8157 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is UIB 8157 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UIB 8157 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UIB 8157 have outstanding finance?

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