MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
170,837 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
edge wear on front tyres / oil over filled slightly and leaking
horn weak / poor beam pattern on head lights
indicators showing white
rear imbalance on rear brakes
shocks weak and corroded
slight play at steering and suspension jionts / play at nsf wheel poss bearing
Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N74 SDW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 N74 SDW, 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 N74 SDW?
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What year was N74 SDW registered?
N74 SDW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 1996.
Is N74 SDW safe to buy?
The MOT history for N74 SDW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does N74 SDW have outstanding finance?
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