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N52 PUV

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,365 mi
Last recorded116,365 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN52 PUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 116,365 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 115,277 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 113,907 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 112,546 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 110,898 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 109,017 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 107,827 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 106,625 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 104,680 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 101,717 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 99,644 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 97,375 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 94,865 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 92,343 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 91,149 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 89,287 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 86,963 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 85,393 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 84,047 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 82,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 81,330 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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N52 PUV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 N52 PUV, 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 N52 PUV registered?

N52 PUV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 June 1996.

Is N52 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N52 PUV shows 21 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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