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N5 FFK

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

125,420 mi
Last recorded125,420 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN5 FFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2013 125,420 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 122,642 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 24 Oct 2012 122,582 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2012 120,449 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 120,499 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 116,688 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 116,688 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 112,967 miles

radiator leaking ?

Pass 15 Jun 2009 108,686 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 105,112 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 105,112 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 97,845 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 97,845 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 90,264 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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N5 FFK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N5 FFK, 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 N5 FFK?

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What year was N5 FFK registered?

N5 FFK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 1996.

Is N5 FFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N5 FFK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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