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N912 GPX

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

120,818 mi
Last recorded120,818 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN912 GPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 120,818 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 120,774 miles

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play IDLER (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 120,732 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 120,240 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 119,041 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 117,267 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 117,250 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 115,196 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 112,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 19 Dec 2014 110,344 miles

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 107,674 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 104,955 miles

brake fluid leval just below max...

slight tear on rear wiper blade...

Pass 10 Jan 2012 102,294 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 99,397 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 94,988 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 89,191 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 89,180 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 85,944 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 82,658 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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N912 GPX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N912 GPX, 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 N912 GPX?

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What year was N912 GPX registered?

N912 GPX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 July 1996.

Is N912 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N912 GPX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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