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N863 DWJ

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

180,119 mi
Last recorded180,119 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN863 DWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2011 180,119 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Sep 2010 172,281 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 170,057 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 124,438 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 124,438 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 118,936 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 118,932 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 112,141 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2005 103,238 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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N863 DWJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N863 DWJ, 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

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What year was N863 DWJ registered?

N863 DWJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 1996.

Is N863 DWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N863 DWJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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