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N163 GBF

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,406 mi
Last recorded136,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2006
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN163 GBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2006 136,406 miles

slight wear insteering idler

Fail 5 Jan 2006 136,272 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

steering idler slightly worn

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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N163 GBF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N163 GBF, 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.

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What year was N163 GBF registered?

N163 GBF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N163 GBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N163 GBF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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