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N433 EKR

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,893 mi
Last recorded138,893 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN433 EKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 138,893 miles

oil leak

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

nearside side repeater poorly secured

Fail 5 Dec 2016 138,893 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear light unit damaged

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside side repeater poorly secured

oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2015 133,205 miles

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

Fail 11 Dec 2015 133,204 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 127,395 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 120,282 miles

residue around near nearside front shock absorber

Pass 3 Dec 2012 117,482 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 111,466 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 111,466 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 105,570 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 100,160 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 94,068 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 89,622 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 85,380 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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N433 EKR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N433 EKR, 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

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What year was N433 EKR registered?

N433 EKR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N433 EKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N433 EKR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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