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P355 JNN

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,422 mi
Last recorded116,422 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP355 JNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 116,422 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 116,422 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2015 116,422 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 116,422 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 116,420 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 116,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 116,312 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 114,132 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 104,115 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 97,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 95,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jun 2006 91,889 miles

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

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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P355 JNN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P355 JNN, 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 P355 JNN registered?

P355 JNN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is P355 JNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P355 JNN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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