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N786 DEM

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

176,307 mi
Last recorded176,307 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN786 DEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 176,307 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 170,605 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 163,424 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 152,268 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 143,650 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 131,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 124,798 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 116,783 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 107,554 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 107,554 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 91,623 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 85,691 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 81,078 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 79,273 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracking/splitting

Pass 24 Jan 2012 77,930 miles

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

low offside rear foot brake performance

Pass 25 Jan 2011 76,830 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 76,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 75,168 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking /splitting edges of tread

Pass 27 Jan 2009 73,904 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking/splitting

Pass 25 Jan 2008 72,306 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

off/side front lower suspenson ball joint slight play

Pass 23 Jan 2007 70,501 miles

near side front tyre worn outer edge . off side front suspension bottom ball joint slight play /wear

Pass 18 Jan 2006 68,030 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 68,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

near side front tyre worn outer edge

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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N786 DEM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N786 DEM, 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 N786 DEM?

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What year was N786 DEM registered?

N786 DEM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is N786 DEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N786 DEM shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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