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K9 VMA

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,215 mi
Last recorded125,215 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 VMA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2011 125,215 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

rear tyres cracking on side wall

Pass 2 Jun 2010 124,763 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 124,168 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 123,577 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 121,047 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 115,119 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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K9 VMA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K9 VMA, 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 K9 VMA registered?

K9 VMA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is K9 VMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 VMA shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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