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P192 WGJ

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

142,042 mi
Last recorded142,042 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP192 WGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 142,042 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 139,708 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 137,294 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 133,476 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 131,607 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 131,027 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 126,108 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 125,586 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Valve stem slightly damaged all 4 (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 125,283 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 125,283 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 123,925 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 121,806 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 119,493 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 116,666 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 114,015 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 110,625 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 105,399 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 100,851 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber worn

front brake pads over 1/2 worn

front wiper blade smears slightly

fuel cap seal slightly deteriorated

n/s/f tyre cut

o/s headlamp beam pattern slightly poor

rear registratrion plate slightly deteriorated

steering damper slightly damp

O/S/R FUEL BREATHER HOSE SPLIT!!

Pass 11 Mar 2008 97,964 miles

Rear differenciat slightly oil leak

wincreen slightly damaged

Pass 5 Mar 2007 95,383 miles

diff leaking

Pass 10 Apr 2006 90,008 miles

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

rear differential leaking oil

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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P192 WGJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P192 WGJ, 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 P192 WGJ?

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What year was P192 WGJ registered?

P192 WGJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P192 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P192 WGJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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