MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,009 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WPR 285S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 107,645 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 WPR 285S, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of WPR 285S?
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What year was WPR 285S registered?
WPR 285S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is WPR 285S safe to buy?
The MOT history for WPR 285S shows 6 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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