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N196 KLA

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,712 mi
Last recorded62,712 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 KLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 62,712 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 62,712 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 54,264 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 54,264 miles

Rear Oil leaking excessively from transmission Differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 53,721 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

underside corrosion to suspension components

Pass 21 Jul 2023 52,926 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 52,309 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 51,511 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 50,560 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 50,560 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 49,652 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 48,334 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 47,223 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 46,184 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 45,010 miles

Diff leaking oil

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 43,765 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 43,754 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 42,402 miles

Exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 40,961 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 39,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 39,350 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 37,643 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 19 Jul 2010 37,643 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 36,068 miles

number plates deteriorating minor damage offside headlamp

Pass 16 Jul 2008 33,928 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 32,204 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 30,180 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 28,282 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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N196 KLA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,535 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 N196 KLA, 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 31 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 N196 KLA registered?

N196 KLA is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N196 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 KLA shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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