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P2 SOS

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

168,115 mi
Last recorded168,115 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 SOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 168,115 miles

Exhaust bracket cracked

Pass 8 Nov 2024 168,068 miles

surface corrosion under car

Pass 14 Nov 2023 168,057 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 167,941 miles

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 167,876 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 167,869 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 167,807 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 167,713 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 167,565 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 167,565 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 167,379 miles

Offside Front scuffing on outer wall

Pass 3 Dec 2015 167,287 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 90,870 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 90,724 miles

wear discs

Pass 26 Oct 2012 90,674 miles

wear discs

Pass 15 Oct 2011 90,224 miles

wear discs

Pass 3 Aug 2010 90,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 89,622 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 89,373 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 88,952 miles

slight seepage from steering damper

Pass 25 Sep 2006 88,414 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 88,414 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 87,698 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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P2 SOS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P2 SOS, 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 P2 SOS registered?

P2 SOS is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P2 SOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 SOS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P2 SOS have outstanding finance?

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