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N834 CSP

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,239 mi
Last recorded90,239 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN834 CSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2013 90,239 miles

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 90,239 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 81,980 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 81,980 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 73,699 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 73,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 67,998 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 64,613 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 64,612 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 60,258 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 58,439 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 57,004 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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N834 CSP is a 1996 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N834 CSP, 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 N834 CSP?

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What year was N834 CSP registered?

N834 CSP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N834 CSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N834 CSP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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