MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
176,559 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front number plate deteriorating
we advise that the n/s front tyre is replaced a.s.a.p
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front number plate deteriorating
we advise that the n/s front tyre is replaced a.s.a.p
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
front number palte cracked and deteriating
n/s/f shock absorber damp
oil cooler pipes corroding
slight corrosion to both rear brake discs
slight exhaust blow front to centre section jiont
slight oil leak
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
front number plate deteriating
slight exhaust blow cat to centre section jiont
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
front number plate deteriorating
slight end float in steering idler arm
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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P497 YPC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P497 YPC, 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 P497 YPC registered?
P497 YPC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 1996.
Is P497 YPC safe to buy?
The MOT history for P497 YPC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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