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N869 PYE

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,221 mi
Last recorded20,221 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN869 PYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 20,221 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 20,215 miles

Nearside Front indicator lamp damaged

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Pass 15 Nov 2023 20,201 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 19,946 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 19,870 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 19,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

brake fluid level low

Pass 5 Nov 2019 19,574 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 19,337 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 19,031 miles

nearside of front bumper insecure

Pass 22 Nov 2016 18,774 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 18,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 19 Nov 2016 18,774 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Fuel system component leaking pump area (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre wall starting to perish and crack

washer bottle area leaking

Pass 24 Nov 2015 17,545 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 17,508 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 16,910 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 15,008 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 15,008 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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N869 PYE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N869 PYE, 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 N869 PYE registered?

N869 PYE is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N869 PYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N869 PYE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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