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N526 OUD

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,699 mi
Last recorded162,699 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN526 OUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2016 162,699 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 160,366 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 151,887 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 143,080 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 132,691 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 12,288 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 112,659 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 103,358 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 94,041 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 85,241 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 78,083 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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N526 OUD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 N526 OUD, 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 N526 OUD?

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What year was N526 OUD registered?

N526 OUD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 1996.

Is N526 OUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N526 OUD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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