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N261 DHE

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

175,798 mi
Last recorded175,798 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN261 DHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 May 2015 175,798 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 May 2015 175,798 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 165,892 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 155,545 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 151,779 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 144,880 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 138,696 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 134,570 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 129,156 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 123,807 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 113,147 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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N261 DHE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N261 DHE, 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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How do I check the history of N261 DHE?

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What year was N261 DHE registered?

N261 DHE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N261 DHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N261 DHE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N261 DHE have outstanding finance?

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