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P387 PWT

1996 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

163,780 mi
Last recorded163,780 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP387 PWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 163,780 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 158,302 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2013 108,294 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 155,772 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 147,761 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 140,898 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 136,125 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 131,661 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 6 Mar 2007 127,081 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 127,081 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 125,640 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 119,113 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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P387 PWT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P387 PWT, 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 P387 PWT registered?

P387 PWT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P387 PWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P387 PWT shows 12 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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