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P250 HJN

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

114,873 mi
Last recorded114,873 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP250 HJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 114,873 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 114,872 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2014 107,680 miles

Nearside Rear 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 3 Oct 2013 99,843 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 93,053 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 88,657 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 88,657 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 83,859 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 78,553 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 78,553 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 73,603 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 67,354 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 60,441 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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P250 HJN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P250 HJN, 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 P250 HJN?

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What year was P250 HJN registered?

P250 HJN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P250 HJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P250 HJN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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