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N626 FET

1996 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,605 mi
Last recorded169,605 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN626 FET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 169,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 159,177 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 148,777 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 143,936 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 143,856 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 136,498 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 129,479 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 120,700 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 109,705 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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N626 FET is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N626 FET, 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 N626 FET registered?

N626 FET is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N626 FET safe to buy?

The MOT history for N626 FET shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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