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N723 LFW

1996 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

186,102 mi
Last recorded186,102 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN723 LFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2013 186,102 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2013 186,099 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2012 172,218 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 156,943 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 156,943 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 143,388 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 143,372 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 128,025 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 116,489 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 104,622 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 91,959 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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N723 LFW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N723 LFW, 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 N723 LFW registered?

N723 LFW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N723 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N723 LFW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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