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N669 MNS

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,096 mi
Last recorded92,096 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN669 MNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2008 92,096 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Inner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

bonnet lever release broken

Oil leak

Fail 30 Apr 2008 92,096 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Inner Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

bonnet lever release broken

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2007 142,396 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 130,339 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 130,097 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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N669 MNS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 N669 MNS, 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 N669 MNS registered?

N669 MNS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 January 1996.

Is N669 MNS safe to buy?

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