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N430 VAC

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,754 mi
Last recorded147,754 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2007
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN430 VAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2007 147,754 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 134,969 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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N430 VAC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N430 VAC, 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.

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How do I check the history of N430 VAC?

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What year was N430 VAC registered?

N430 VAC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N430 VAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N430 VAC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N430 VAC have outstanding finance?

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