MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
122,751 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Oil leak ()
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Oil leak ()
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)
Offside headlamp glass broken
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P438 JRP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 P438 JRP, 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 P438 JRP registered?
P438 JRP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 1996.
Is P438 JRP safe to buy?
The MOT history for P438 JRP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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