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N868 KFV

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,273 mi
Last recorded115,273 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN868 KFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2022 115,273 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 115,005 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 114,990 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 113,568 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 113,516 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 113,516 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 112,060 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 109,214 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 107,139 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 107,139 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 105,027 miles

nearside rear brake pipe surface rust

Pass 28 Apr 2010 102,940 miles

all 4 tyres wearing on edges

Pass 29 Apr 2009 100,913 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 100,913 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 98,848 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 96,559 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 93,369 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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N868 KFV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N868 KFV, 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 N868 KFV registered?

N868 KFV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N868 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N868 KFV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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