MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
211,515 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
GEARBOX OIL COOLER PIPE LEAKING
Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
EXHAUST BRACKET DETERIATED
MINOR FUEL LEAK POSSIBLY TANK OVERFLOW
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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P509 RUU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 P509 RUU, 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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How do I check the history of P509 RUU?
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What year was P509 RUU registered?
P509 RUU is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 1996.
Is P509 RUU safe to buy?
The MOT history for P509 RUU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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