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N591 LGF

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,534 mi
Last recorded70,534 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN591 LGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2014 70,534 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

exhaust tin shield loose

Pass 4 Feb 2013 65,628 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 61,993 miles

front and rear reg plates deteriating

n/s headlamp damaged

Pass 3 Feb 2011 58,200 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 55,086 miles

n/s headlamp damaged and condensated

spectacles in centre console were found under bonnet

Fail 23 Feb 2010 55,081 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a) DANGEROUS

n/s headlamp damaged and condensated

spectacles in centre console were found under bonnet

Pass 25 Feb 2009 51,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 49,467 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 49,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 44,594 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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N591 LGF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N591 LGF, 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 N591 LGF registered?

N591 LGF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N591 LGF safe to buy?

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