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P2 GEO

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

131,978 mi
Last recorded131,978 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 GEO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 131,978 miles

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 131,976 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 126,994 miles

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2015 126,994 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both side (2.7.3)

Front coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 117,834 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2014 117,834 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 115,861 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2013 115,861 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 114,662 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 112,999 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 112,999 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 108,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 102,787 miles

Nearside Front 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 21 Jul 2008 99,288 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 95,007 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 89,993 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate needs some attention.( fading)

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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P2 GEO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P2 GEO, 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.

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What year was P2 GEO registered?

P2 GEO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P2 GEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 GEO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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