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BNZ 9750

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,592 mi
Last recorded146,592 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 9750
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2013 146,592 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 140,587 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear suspension coil springs corroding

Fail 5 Apr 2012 140,522 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear suspension coil springs corroding

Pass 6 Apr 2011 133,234 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 127,387 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 122,568 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 117,204 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 111,448 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

engine temperature increased during test, advise check

oil leak on rear axle

Pass 13 Apr 2006 107,581 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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BNZ 9750 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BNZ 9750, 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 BNZ 9750?

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What year was BNZ 9750 registered?

BNZ 9750 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is BNZ 9750 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 9750 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 9750 have outstanding finance?

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