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XIA 238

1994 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,064 mi
Last recorded87,064 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz C116,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIA 238
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2016 87,064 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 86,924 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 84,514 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 81,749 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 79,059 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 74,027 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 72,144 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 64,106 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 54,906 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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XIA 238 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XIA 238, 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 XIA 238?

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What year was XIA 238 registered?

XIA 238 is a 1994 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 September 1994.

Is XIA 238 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIA 238 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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