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LIG 3790

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

121,474 mi
Last recorded121,474 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIG 3790
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 121,474 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 119,991 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 119,699 miles

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 119,345 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 118,703 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded x2 ()

Pass 20 Oct 2020 117,956 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 117,956 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded x4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 116,400 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 109,738 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 108,199 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 106,523 miles

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

slight play at steering idler bush

Fail 19 Oct 2016 106,518 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

slight play at steering idler bush

Pass 16 Oct 2015 98,552 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Oct 2015 98,552 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 93,298 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 84,594 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 66,102 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 66,102 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 44,372 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 44,372 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 23,295 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 10,670 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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LIG 3790 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 LIG 3790, 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 LIG 3790 registered?

LIG 3790 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is LIG 3790 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIG 3790 shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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