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A5 NSC

1998 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

177,742 mi
Last recorded177,742 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz C106,927 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 NSC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 177,742 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 174,214 miles

front number plate slight cracked

near side front plus rear door damge

rear number plate slight faded

Pass 16 Jul 2014 169,616 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 159,619 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 159,686 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 157,118 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 154,375 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

front number plate faded

front wiper worn

nsf osf brake hoses perished

nsr osr nsf osf brake discs pitted

rear number plate faded

Pass 1 Dec 2008 153,828 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 150,420 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 145,941 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 140,809 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 140,809 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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A5 NSC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 106,927 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 A5 NSC, 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 28 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 A5 NSC?

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What year was A5 NSC registered?

A5 NSC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 October 1998.

Is A5 NSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 NSC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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