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P20 LMR

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,498 mi
Last recorded16,498 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP20 LMR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2022 16,498 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 16,318 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 16,267 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 16,132 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 15,945 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 15,758 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 15,508 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 15,240 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 14,932 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 14,768 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 14,526 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 14,329 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 14,120 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 13,891 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 13,549 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 13,322 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 13,065 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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P20 LMR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 P20 LMR, 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 P20 LMR?

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What year was P20 LMR registered?

P20 LMR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 November 1996.

Is P20 LMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P20 LMR shows 17 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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