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WLX 726M

1974 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,678 mi
Last recorded10,678 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz C28,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLX 726M
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2018 10,678 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 10,665 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 10,659 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 10,387 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 10,297 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 10,167 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,825 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 9,721 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 9,201 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 8,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 7,863 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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WLX 726M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 28,106 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 WLX 726M, 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 52 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 WLX 726M?

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What year was WLX 726M registered?

WLX 726M is a 1974 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 1974.

Is WLX 726M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLX 726M shows 11 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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