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P332 ERP

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,125 mi
Last recorded109,125 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP332 ERP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 109,125 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 108,879 miles

catalyst rattles poss catalyst has broken up

Pass 8 Jul 2017 108,332 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 107,893 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 107,893 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 106,947 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 105,546 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 104,114 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 103,161 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 103,161 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 101,277 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 99,595 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 97,806 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 95,936 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 93,646 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 90,306 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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P332 ERP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P332 ERP, 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

How do I check the history of P332 ERP?

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What year was P332 ERP registered?

P332 ERP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P332 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P332 ERP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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