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H7 WLM

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

290,629 mi
Last recorded290,629 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH7 WLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 290,629 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 290,629 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 288,274 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 288,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 283,766 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 283,765 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 82,965 miles

Slight play in steering box

Pass 16 Feb 2010 79,699 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2010 79,689 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)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 76,352 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 76,352 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jan 2008 67,807 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2008 67,807 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 64,568 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 64,488 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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H7 WLM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H7 WLM, 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 H7 WLM?

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What year was H7 WLM registered?

H7 WLM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is H7 WLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H7 WLM shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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