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L483 ERU

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,448 mi
Last recorded142,448 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL483 ERU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2012 142,448 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear tyres wearing on edges

Oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2011 137,800 miles

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

advise tracking check due to tyre wear

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 1 Mar 2010 134,349 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 128,340 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 126,842 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 121,653 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 118,238 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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L483 ERU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 L483 ERU, 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 L483 ERU?

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What year was L483 ERU registered?

L483 ERU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is L483 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L483 ERU shows 7 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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