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N851 KCV

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,346 mi
Last recorded53,346 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN851 KCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 53,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in between treads , also nail in tyre. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in between treads. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 53,101 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 53,101 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Horn deteriortaed

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205 60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 53,089 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 52,971 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 52,451 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 51,423 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 49,878 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 48,475 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 47,050 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 43,131 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 40,154 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak from rear diff seal

Pass 8 Jun 2006 38,106 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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N851 KCV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N851 KCV, 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.

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What year was N851 KCV registered?

N851 KCV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N851 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N851 KCV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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