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N321 UHO

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,697 mi
Last recorded40,697 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN321 UHO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 40,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 195/65x15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust full of water white smoke

Pass 7 Dec 2024 39,963 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 38,593 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 37,549 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 32,743 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 31,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 31,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 30,708 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 30,708 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 29,766 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 28,399 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 26,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 May 2016 26,263 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 26,124 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 25,846 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 24,868 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2012 24,241 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 24,239 miles

Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 23,429 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 22,710 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 21,803 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2008 20,756 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 19,509 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 18,353 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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N321 UHO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 N321 UHO, 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 N321 UHO?

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What year was N321 UHO registered?

N321 UHO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N321 UHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N321 UHO shows 24 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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