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K6 TRS

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

91,268 mi
Last recorded91,268 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK6 TRS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 91,268 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 90,535 miles

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

Nearside Front door check strap insecure

engine oil leak

Fail 15 Jul 2016 90,535 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Front door check strap insecure

engine oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2015 89,874 miles

Oil leak

worn clutch

Pass 25 Jul 2014 87,709 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 85,650 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 83,088 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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 80,249 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)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 77,642 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 77,642 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 75,012 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

parking brake warning light inop

Pass 28 Jul 2008 71,948 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 68,729 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 64,192 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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K6 TRS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K6 TRS, 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

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What year was K6 TRS registered?

K6 TRS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K6 TRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K6 TRS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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