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P440 APG

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,278 mi
Last recorded66,278 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 APG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 66,278 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear differantial (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 65,814 miles

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

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 64,682 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 63,706 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 62,698 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 61,674 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 60,131 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 60,131 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 58,950 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 56,883 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 55,021 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 52,930 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 50,673 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 48,249 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 44,909 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 42,155 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 39,790 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 36,364 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 34,360 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 31,687 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 28,175 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 28,175 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P440 APG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 P440 APG, 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 P440 APG registered?

P440 APG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 1996.

Is P440 APG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P440 APG shows 22 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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