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N819 VRP

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,499 mi
Last recorded131,499 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN819 VRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 131,499 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 131,499 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 130,876 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 130,876 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 130,159 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 130,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 129,593 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 128,602 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 127,573 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 125,808 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 124,790 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 124,789 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

o/s/f and both rear tyres cracked on outter walls

Pass 19 Aug 2013 123,854 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

all four tyres cracked on outter walls

n/s/f tyre wearing on outter tread

Pass 2 Aug 2012 123,112 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 122,138 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 122,138 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 121,814 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 121,163 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 120,191 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 120,191 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 119,381 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 118,297 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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N819 VRP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 N819 VRP, 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 VRP?

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What year was N819 VRP registered?

N819 VRP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N819 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N819 VRP shows 22 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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