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N711 STA

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,422 mi
Last recorded93,422 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN711 STA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 93,422 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2018 93,422 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 76,982 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 73,124 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Aug 2016 73,813 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 71,484 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 124,711 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 121,130 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 117,667 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 114,629 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 110,928 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 108,065 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 105,692 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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N711 STA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N711 STA, 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 N711 STA?

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What year was N711 STA registered?

N711 STA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 April 1996.

Is N711 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N711 STA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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