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N281 BMT

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,926 mi
Last recorded198,926 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN281 BMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 198,926 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 193,581 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 187,682 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 180,587 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 174,195 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 168,549 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 164,541 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 159,627 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 159,627 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 152,066 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 142,635 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 142,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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N281 BMT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc 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 N281 BMT, 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 N281 BMT registered?

N281 BMT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N281 BMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N281 BMT 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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