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N963 XBL

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,513 mi
Last recorded123,513 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN963 XBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2015 123,513 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 114,821 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2013 108,870 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 107,741 miles

slight oil leak from diff housing rear axle

Pass 11 Jun 2011 106,900 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 105,339 miles

nearside washer weak

Pass 13 Jun 2009 102,828 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2008 98,968 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

slight weap from rear diff

Pass 2 Jun 2007 95,919 miles

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

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

undertray

Pass 27 May 2006 93,144 miles

Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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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N963 XBL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N963 XBL, 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 N963 XBL registered?

N963 XBL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 February 1996.

Is N963 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N963 XBL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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