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N577 JLX

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,547 mi
Last recorded125,547 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN577 JLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 125,547 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 116,620 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 104,114 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 92,608 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 88,716 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 86,053 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 81,735 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 77,990 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 74,016 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 74,016 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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N577 JLX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N577 JLX, 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 N577 JLX registered?

N577 JLX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N577 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N577 JLX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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