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P574 VTX

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

81,962 mi
Last recorded81,962 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP574 VTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2023 81,962 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Engine coolant temp reached 120 degrees, Cooling fan not turning on

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread close to marker in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 78,386 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox output shaft oil seal + rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside and offside inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rubber fuel hose cracking

Steering damper slightly misted

Pass 12 Nov 2021 74,363 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both Front Wheel Bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Steering Damper Misted

Pass 19 Nov 2020 71,165 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 69,890 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 67,880 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 66,587 miles

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 66,586 miles

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

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 62,846 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING CLOSE TO LIMIT

Pass 10 Feb 2015 62,759 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Feb 2015 62,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 61,714 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 59,661 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 57,728 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 55,647 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 54,433 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 51,246 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 47,736 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 47,736 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 44,661 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 41,208 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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P574 VTX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P574 VTX, 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 P574 VTX registered?

P574 VTX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P574 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P574 VTX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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