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N102 DJC

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,401 mi
Last recorded179,401 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN102 DJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2011 179,401 miles

pitting rear brake disc

plastic undercovers

surface corrosion o/s sill

Pass 20 Jan 2010 166,811 miles

plastic under trays /covers restricting full inspection

Fail 20 Jan 2010 166,811 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

plastic under trays /covers restricting full inspection

Pass 3 Jul 2009 160,611 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

plastic under trays restricting full inspection

Fail 3 Jul 2009 160,611 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

plastic under trays restricting full inspection

Pass 26 Jun 2008 150,023 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 133,870 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 123,047 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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N102 DJC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N102 DJC, 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 N102 DJC?

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What year was N102 DJC registered?

N102 DJC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 1996.

Is N102 DJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N102 DJC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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