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N9 MON

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,257 mi
Last recorded110,257 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN9 MON
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2024 110,257 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and Rear Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside Upper and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside and Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 105,038 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Differential is leaking oil

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 94,719 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 85,711 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 79,660 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 70,026 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 58,790 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 53,759 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 37,241 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 25,720 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 24,750 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 24,049 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 23,605 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 22,021 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 20,024 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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N9 MON is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 N9 MON, 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 N9 MON?

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What year was N9 MON registered?

N9 MON is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N9 MON safe to buy?

The MOT history for N9 MON shows 15 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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