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P412 MLM

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,731 mi
Last recorded165,731 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2012
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP412 MLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2012 165,731 miles

Brake pedal rubber slighty worn

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Off side front indicator lens missing but still showing orange light

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 155,933 miles

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

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

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

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

both front headlamp aims poor beam pattern

Pass 5 Feb 2010 148,019 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2010 148,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 147,546 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 138,358 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 128,734 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 128,734 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P412 MLM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P412 MLM, 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 P412 MLM registered?

P412 MLM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P412 MLM safe to buy?

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