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N512 HCW

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,799 mi
Last recorded60,799 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN512 HCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 60,799 miles

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 60,799 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 54,429 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 51,868 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 49,242 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 46,225 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 43,990 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 43,260 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 39,905 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 38,100 miles

nearside front chassie slight surface rust

oil leak from diff

power steering pipes slightly damp

Pass 26 Apr 2008 34,132 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 31,451 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 26,658 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres outter edge wearing

nail in tyre

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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N512 HCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N512 HCW, 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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What year was N512 HCW registered?

N512 HCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 1996.

Is N512 HCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N512 HCW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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