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C7 OCW

1996 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

145,450 mi
Last recorded145,450 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 OCW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2007 145,450 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 145,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 May 2006 142,621 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 31 May 2006 142,621 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?

Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 577
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 565
brake binding 530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 479
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C7 OCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 420 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 OCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C7 OCW?

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What year was C7 OCW registered?

C7 OCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is C7 OCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 OCW shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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