CarVerify

Free Car Check

N819 GMJ

1996 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,656 mi
Last recorded37,656 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN819 GMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 37,656 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 37,554 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 37,554 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Dec 2019 37,407 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 37,253 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 37,133 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 36,955 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 36,717 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 36,392 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 35,601 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 33,887 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 30,863 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 28,020 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 26,684 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 25,212 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 23,571 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 22,235 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 20,819 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N819 GMJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N819 GMJ, 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 N819 GMJ?

You can check the full history of N819 GMJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N819 GMJ registered?

N819 GMJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 1996.

Is N819 GMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N819 GMJ shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N819 GMJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N819 GMJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.