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N611 CBU

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

138,467 mi
Last recorded138,467 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN611 CBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2008 138,467 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

rear axle nosiey

Pass 18 Nov 2008 138,467 miles

rear axle nosiey

Fail 7 Nov 2007 127,940 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 127,940 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 117,047 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 117,047 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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N611 CBU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N611 CBU, 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 N611 CBU?

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What year was N611 CBU registered?

N611 CBU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N611 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N611 CBU shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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