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H436 AMG

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 3606cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,526 mi
Last recorded135,526 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH436 AMG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,606cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 135,526 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 134,136 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 131,966 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 129,500 miles

underbody has covered with black undersell

Pass 6 Mar 2010 125,661 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 120,480 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 120,476 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2008 114,168 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 107,308 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 101,424 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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H436 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 3,606cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H436 AMG, 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 H436 AMG?

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What year was H436 AMG registered?

H436 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is H436 AMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H436 AMG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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