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N299 LRL

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,623 mi
Last recorded56,623 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN299 LRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 56,623 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 56,574 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 56,310 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 56,310 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 55,947 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 55,947 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2010 55,551 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 54,960 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 54,636 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 54,171 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 53,578 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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N299 LRL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N299 LRL, 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 N299 LRL?

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What year was N299 LRL registered?

N299 LRL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N299 LRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N299 LRL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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