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N826 PDV

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,372 mi
Last recorded164,372 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN826 PDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2014 164,372 miles

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

Oil leak

slight play in nearside steering idler

Fail 17 Jan 2014 164,304 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Oil leak

slight play in nearside steering idler

Pass 8 Feb 2013 158,454 miles

steering has slight free play

Oil leak

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 158,157 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

steering has slight free play

Pass 14 Jan 2012 151,605 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 144,976 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 138,036 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 129,491 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 122,310 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 117,571 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 105,070 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 105,070 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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N826 PDV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,535 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 N826 PDV, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N826 PDV registered?

N826 PDV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N826 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N826 PDV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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