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P547 BTA

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,706 mi
Last recorded77,706 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP547 BTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 77,706 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 74,346 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 70,204 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 66,610 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 63,113 miles

front flexi hoses poor

nsr flexi hose loose at mounting point

rear reg plate poor

Fail 4 Nov 2014 62,960 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

aux belt poor

rear reg plate poor

Pass 29 Oct 2013 58,742 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 56,556 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 54,748 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 53,206 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 50,975 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 49,537 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 49,537 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 48,239 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 46,660 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 46,648 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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P547 BTA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P547 BTA, 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 P547 BTA registered?

P547 BTA is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P547 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P547 BTA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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