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N625 AOL

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

197,609 mi
Last recorded197,609 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN625 AOL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 197,609 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 197,130 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 195,303 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 190,839 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 187,035 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 182,740 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 182,740 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 178,738 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 165,770 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2011 165,770 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 152,958 miles

Front number plate deteriorating.

Fail 16 Feb 2010 152,958 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front number plate deteriorating.

Pass 16 Feb 2009 140,848 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 140,848 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Feb 2008 128,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 128,391 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 116,041 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 102,922 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 102,922 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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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N625 AOL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 N625 AOL, 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 N625 AOL?

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What year was N625 AOL registered?

N625 AOL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N625 AOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N625 AOL shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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