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V945 LAR

1999 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,881 mi
Last recorded78,881 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz C103,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV945 LAR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 78,881 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 78,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2025 75,557 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 75,552 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2024 73,117 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Apr 2023 71,798 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 71,798 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 71,589 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 70,071 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 68,991 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 66,009 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 62,514 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,102 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 54,371 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 49,731 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 41,945 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 38,882 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 37,566 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 35,668 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 34,653 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 33,676 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 33,271 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007
Pass 21 Feb 2006 32,134 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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V945 LAR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 V945 LAR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V945 LAR registered?

V945 LAR is a 1999 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 December 1999.

Is V945 LAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V945 LAR shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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