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N911 HLU

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,280 mi
Last recorded50,280 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN911 HLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 50,280 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 50,103 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 49,924 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 49,817 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 49,163 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 48,367 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 47,717 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 46,964 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 46,206 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 45,452 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 44,799 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 44,798 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,269 miles

exhaust system rusty in places

f/n/s tyre perished on outer wall

front number plate poor

Pass 18 Mar 2011 43,606 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 43,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 43,237 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 42,307 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

slight movement offside rear hub area

Fail 20 Mar 2009 42,307 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

slight movement offside rear hub area

Pass 10 Mar 2008 41,137 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

damage yo o/s outer sill

front number plate slightly faded

Pass 9 Mar 2007 40,199 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate slightly faded

Pass 10 Mar 2006 39,315 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 39,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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N911 HLU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N911 HLU, 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 N911 HLU registered?

N911 HLU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N911 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N911 HLU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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