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N26 LBV

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,961 mi
Last recorded154,961 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN26 LBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2015 154,961 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 147,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 138,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s door mirror damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2012 134,473 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 125,109 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 121,368 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 115,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 115,071 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 107,832 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 99,659 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 92,983 miles

all test items not fully checked as access blocked by other components and shields

Fail 24 Mar 2006 92,983 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

all test items not fully checked as access blocked by other components and shields

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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N26 LBV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N26 LBV, 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 N26 LBV?

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What year was N26 LBV registered?

N26 LBV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N26 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N26 LBV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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