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AKP 12T

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3606cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

130,714 mi
Last recorded130,714 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKP 12T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,606cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2021 130,714 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 130,714 miles

Central Rear Seat belt missing flexible catch (7.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 130,636 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 127,496 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 125,648 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 121,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 118,161 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 116,769 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 116,062 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 113,033 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 107,964 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 105,492 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 99,698 miles

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

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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AKP 12T is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,606cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 110,579 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 AKP 12T, 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 30 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 AKP 12T?

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What year was AKP 12T registered?

AKP 12T is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is AKP 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKP 12T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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