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N115 GWU

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

139,083 mi
Last recorded139,083 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN115 GWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 139,083 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 134,840 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 130,461 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

coolent warrning light is on

Pass 3 Jun 2010 124,341 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 120,669 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 117,896 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 117,896 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 112,381 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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N115 GWU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N115 GWU, 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 N115 GWU?

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What year was N115 GWU registered?

N115 GWU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N115 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N115 GWU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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