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N752 WVJ

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,562 mi
Last recorded94,562 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN752 WVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 94,562 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 92,077 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 89,213 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 85,253 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 79,727 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 75,100 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 73,253 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 71,759 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 69,862 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 69,862 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 67,642 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 66,429 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 63,136 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 63,115 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 58,563 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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N752 WVJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N752 WVJ, 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 N752 WVJ registered?

N752 WVJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N752 WVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N752 WVJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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