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P288 JWF

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP288 JWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2006
Fail 5 May 2006 80,125 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

streeing fluid pipes corroded

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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P288 JWF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P288 JWF, 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 P288 JWF registered?

P288 JWF is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P288 JWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P288 JWF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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