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N123 UVV

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

178,611 mi
Last recorded178,611 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN123 UVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 178,611 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 173,015 miles

Both rear tyres worn inner edges

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 170,735 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2015 168,073 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 165,413 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 165,413 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 155,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 145,575 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 145,575 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 136,475 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Feb 2011 126,820 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 126,820 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 118,059 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 118,059 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 108,552 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 99,933 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 88,405 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 78,839 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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N123 UVV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N123 UVV, 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 N123 UVV?

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What year was N123 UVV registered?

N123 UVV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 February 1996.

Is N123 UVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N123 UVV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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