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P3 BSP

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,317 mi
Last recorded99,317 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 BSP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 99,317 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 97,109 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 97,109 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 93,447 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 92,124 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)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 90,430 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 88,363 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 87,514 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 85,860 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 84,677 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 79,886 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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P3 BSP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P3 BSP, 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 P3 BSP?

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What year was P3 BSP registered?

P3 BSP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P3 BSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 BSP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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