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P304 GML

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,385 mi
Last recorded98,385 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP304 GML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2016 98,385 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Outer sill damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases of centre exh silencer (7.1.2)

engine covers fitted

under-shield covers fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2014 98,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f and n/s/f suspension slight corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2013 95,144 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 94,530 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 92,829 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 May 2009 89,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 83,317 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 71,884 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 71,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 63,267 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 61,987 miles

centre stop several segments out.

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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P304 GML is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P304 GML, 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 P304 GML registered?

P304 GML is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is P304 GML safe to buy?

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