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N2 GAC

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

80,192 mi
Last recorded80,192 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN2 GAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 80,192 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive differential seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 78,881 miles

Front Wipers smearing

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 78,187 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 77,474 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 76,881 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 76,479 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive coming from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 76,250 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 74,287 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 72,060 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 69,831 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 67,125 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 63,870 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 62,200 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 60,191 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 May 2012 58,139 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 57,410 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 55,610 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 55,610 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 53,632 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 52,107 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 48,269 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 May 2007 48,269 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 45,706 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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N2 GAC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 N2 GAC, 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 N2 GAC?

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What year was N2 GAC registered?

N2 GAC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N2 GAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N2 GAC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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