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P469 WCN

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,313 mi
Last recorded123,313 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP469 WCN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2017 123,313 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 120,308 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 116,788 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 112,800 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 110,021 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 106,377 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

o/s rear tyre 3mm tread.

Pass 28 Jul 2011 102,363 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 97,901 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 93,259 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 88,954 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 84,027 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 78,590 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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P469 WCN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P469 WCN, 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 P469 WCN?

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What year was P469 WCN registered?

P469 WCN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P469 WCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P469 WCN shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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