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P379 FVR

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

153,897 mi
Last recorded153,897 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP379 FVR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 153,897 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 140,479 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 140,426 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 123,015 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 123,011 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 104,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 104,004 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust system insecure bracket snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 88,667 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 88,655 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 83,715 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 83,168 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 81,474 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 78,561 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 75,530 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 72,525 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 69,362 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 66,567 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 64,245 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 62,194 miles

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 registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 60,368 miles

front tyres worn

Pass 26 Aug 2009 58,631 miles

advise rear number plate deteriorated

nsr tyre low and cracking

Pass 27 Aug 2008 56,513 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 54,675 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 52,896 miles

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)

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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P379 FVR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P379 FVR, 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 P379 FVR registered?

P379 FVR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P379 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P379 FVR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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