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P344 AHR

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,509 mi
Last recorded100,509 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 AHR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 100,509 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 99,594 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Feb 2020 99,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Lower ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 98,341 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 96,486 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 94,366 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 91,047 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 88,442 miles

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

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 4 Aug 2014 84,429 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 79,923 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 76,424 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 72,620 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 67,562 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 67,562 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 65,528 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 62,837 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 58,344 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 53,837 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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P344 AHR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P344 AHR, 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 P344 AHR registered?

P344 AHR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is P344 AHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 AHR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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