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N106 LTC

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

167,587 mi
Last recorded167,587 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN106 LTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 167,587 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2016 167,288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold has slight exhaust blow (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 165,558 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 165,558 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 163,181 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 160,428 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 158,144 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 154,066 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 149,935 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 143,903 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 139,656 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 132,648 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 125,036 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 117,800 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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N106 LTC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N106 LTC, 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 N106 LTC registered?

N106 LTC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 February 1996.

Is N106 LTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N106 LTC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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