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N298 CWJ

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

126,193 mi
Last recorded126,193 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN298 CWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 126,193 miles

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 123,752 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 122,098 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 120,272 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 118,149 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 115,874 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 112,549 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 112,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 109,688 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 109,688 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 106,460 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 103,609 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 100,829 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 96,683 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 92,320 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 88,288 miles

nearside front bottom ball joint has slight movement

Pass 23 Nov 2005 83,737 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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N298 CWJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N298 CWJ, 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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What year was N298 CWJ registered?

N298 CWJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N298 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N298 CWJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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