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N881 MCW

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,959 mi
Last recorded127,959 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 MCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2008 127,959 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 116,444 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 113,149 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2006 113,149 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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N881 MCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N881 MCW, 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 N881 MCW?

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What year was N881 MCW registered?

N881 MCW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N881 MCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N881 MCW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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