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P487 DDA

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

82,045 mi
Last recorded82,045 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP487 DDA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 82,045 miles

Both front coil springs slightly corroded

Both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2025 80,505 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 78,665 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 78,591 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 76,940 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 75,056 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 72,350 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 70,710 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 67,312 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 67,208 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 65,276 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 65,213 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 62,390 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 59,221 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 57,072 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 53,541 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 52,666 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 51,668 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 50,850 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 48,896 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 47,189 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 42,433 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 42,433 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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P487 DDA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P487 DDA, 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 P487 DDA registered?

P487 DDA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 August 1996.

Is P487 DDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P487 DDA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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