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XCZ 7780

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,829 mi
Last recorded75,829 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2010
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCZ 7780
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2010 75,829 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2010 75,829 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 69,570 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 60,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

fuel pipe joint corroded nearside rear

slight oil leak from differential

Pass 5 Apr 2008 60,358 miles

fuel pipe joint corroded nearside rear

slight oil leak from differential

Pass 21 Apr 2007 56,396 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 52,534 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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XCZ 7780 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 XCZ 7780, 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 XCZ 7780 registered?

XCZ 7780 is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is XCZ 7780 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XCZ 7780 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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