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P427 LLN

1996 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

127,924 mi
Last recorded127,924 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP427 LLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 127,924 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Slight corrosion corner of floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 122,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NOTABLE DETERIORATION OF ORIGINAL HOSES FITTED - MONITOR PERIODICALLY BETWEEN INSPECTION DATES (LOW MILEAGE ANNUAL USE) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At entry point into rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring slightly displaced in lower saddle mounting - not adversely affecting overall operation/security

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NOTABLE DETERIORATION OF ORIGINAL HOSES FITTED - MONITOR PERIODICALLY BETWEEN INSPECTION DATES (LOW MILEAGE ANNUAL USE) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At entry point into rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 122,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NOTABLE DETERIORATION OF ORIGINAL HOSES FITTED - MONITOR PERIODICALLY BETWEEN INSPECTION DATES (LOW MILEAGE ANNUAL USE) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At entry point into rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring slightly displaced in lower saddle mounting - not adversely affecting overall operation/security

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NOTABLE DETERIORATION OF ORIGINAL HOSES FITTED - MONITOR PERIODICALLY BETWEEN INSPECTION DATES (LOW MILEAGE ANNUAL USE) (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At entry point into rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 120,130 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 115,286 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 112,110 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 108,939 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 105,208 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 105,033 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 98,462 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 92,897 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 85,525 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 77,940 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 71,528 miles

both rear coil springs corrosion apparant

Pass 16 Jul 2012 65,875 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 60,417 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 54,699 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 49,763 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 43,908 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 38,194 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 30,564 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 30,564 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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P427 LLN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P427 LLN, 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 P427 LLN registered?

P427 LLN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P427 LLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P427 LLN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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