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B19 DRB

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

184,365 mi
Last recorded184,365 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 DRB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2012 184,365 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 178,569 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 172,708 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 167,299 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 165,329 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 158,191 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 148,196 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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B19 DRB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B19 DRB, 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 B19 DRB?

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What year was B19 DRB registered?

B19 DRB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is B19 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 DRB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B19 DRB have outstanding finance?

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