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N11 MVB

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

31,075 mi
Last recorded31,075 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN11 MVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 31,075 miles

rear diff is seeping oil

Fail 16 Oct 2025 31,073 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

rear diff is seeping oil

Pass 28 Feb 2024 30,937 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 30,476 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 29,497 miles

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 29,063 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 28,837 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 28,738 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 28,668 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 28,303 miles

rear diff is wet of oil

Pass 22 Feb 2018 27,835 miles

front brake pads are worn

oil leak

rear diff is wet of oil

Pass 13 Mar 2017 27,340 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 26,500 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 25,979 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 25,239 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 24,480 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,089 miles

rear diff is leeking oil

Fail 15 Mar 2012 24,089 miles

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

rear diff is leeking oil

Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,580 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 22,551 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 22,551 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 21,548 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 20,498 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 19,413 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 18,209 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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N11 MVB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 N11 MVB, 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 N11 MVB?

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What year was N11 MVB registered?

N11 MVB is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N11 MVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N11 MVB shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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