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A3 MGN

1997 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3606cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,223 mi
Last recorded113,223 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz C110,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 MGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,606cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2026 113,223 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 111,863 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 110,089 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 107,859 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 107,241 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 106,434 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 105,429 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 102,857 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 100,497 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 99,325 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 94,555 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 89,020 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 85,223 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 80,364 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 72,478 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 65,964 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 56,634 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 47,284 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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A3 MGN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,606cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 110,952 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 A3 MGN, 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 29 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 A3 MGN registered?

A3 MGN is a 1997 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A3 MGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 MGN shows 18 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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