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N368 SGX

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,023 mi
Last recorded88,023 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN368 SGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2015 88,023 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 87,458 miles

n/s front inner steering arm slightly play

Pass 17 Jan 2013 85,315 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 83,131 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 80,563 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 78,363 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 75,966 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 74,158 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 74,155 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 72,402 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Dec 2005 69,576 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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N368 SGX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N368 SGX, 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 N368 SGX?

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What year was N368 SGX registered?

N368 SGX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is N368 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N368 SGX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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