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HKZ 6288

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3606cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

136,645 mi
Last recorded136,645 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHKZ 6288
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,606cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 136,645 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 135,807 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 134,640 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 133,517 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

some play in nearside steering component/s.

Pass 28 Aug 2012 132,312 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 129,841 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2010 126,107 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 119,321 miles

Engine oil level on minimum level

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion appearing to underside (front)

Fail 7 Aug 2009 119,287 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Engine oil level on minimum level

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

corrosion appearing to underside (front)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 113,310 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Aug 2008 113,310 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 110,164 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 103,344 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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HKZ 6288 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,606cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HKZ 6288, 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 HKZ 6288?

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What year was HKZ 6288 registered?

HKZ 6288 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 1996.

Is HKZ 6288 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HKZ 6288 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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