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N193 CMK

1996 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

126,164 mi
Last recorded126,164 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN193 CMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 126,164 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front wheel arches are starting to corrode

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 120,146 miles

Front wings, both sides starting to corrode

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 113,042 miles

Front wing, both sides, starting to corrode

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

Pass 7 Jan 2020 111,982 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 111,084 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 109,936 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Feb 2018 109,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65/15 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 108,533 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 107,226 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 105,622 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 103,949 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 102,111 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 100,110 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 98,719 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 97,616 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 96,092 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 93,911 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 88,935 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 81,568 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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N193 CMK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N193 CMK, 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 N193 CMK registered?

N193 CMK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is N193 CMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N193 CMK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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