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P321 WVK

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

87,149 mi
Last recorded87,149 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP321 WVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 87,149 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 81,822 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2024 81,822 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 76,553 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 74,237 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 71,950 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 69,687 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 65,033 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 61,363 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2017 56,501 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 56,462 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 56,067 miles

light corosion to all coil springs

slight play in steering

Pass 8 Oct 2013 55,335 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear diff weeping/damp

slight damage to nearside headlamp lense

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering joints

Pass 9 Oct 2012 54,669 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear diff damp

slight play in front bearings

slight play in steering linkage

Fail 10 Oct 2011 53,733 miles

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

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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

rear axle diff pinion oil seal weaping

Pass 10 Oct 2011 53,733 miles

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

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)

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

rear axle diff pinion oil seal weaping

Pass 11 Oct 2010 52,206 miles

light corosion on all coil springs

raer diff damp

slight misting of oil from steering damper

Pass 13 Oct 2009 49,457 miles

light corosion on all coil springs

Pass 16 Oct 2008 46,889 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 43,221 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 41,365 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 37,701 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 37,701 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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P321 WVK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc 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 P321 WVK, 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 P321 WVK registered?

P321 WVK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is P321 WVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P321 WVK 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.

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