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N327 MDX

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

135,806 mi
Last recorded135,806 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN327 MDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2014 135,806 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

nearside front tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 28 Nov 2012 128,864 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 123,938 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 120,873 miles

Nearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 116,152 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 116,152 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 111,326 miles

front discs showing wear

slight play in steering system

Fail 30 Oct 2008 111,292 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front discs showing wear

slight play in steering system

Pass 24 Oct 2007 108,072 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 108,072 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 103,143 miles

front discs showing wear

Pass 24 Oct 2005 98,818 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 98,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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N327 MDX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N327 MDX, 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 N327 MDX?

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What year was N327 MDX registered?

N327 MDX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N327 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N327 MDX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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