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P598 RUW

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Green Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,566 mi
Last recorded125,566 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP598 RUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 125,566 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 125,563 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 123,539 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 123,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2014 120,135 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 112,785 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 112,782 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 109,021 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 108,224 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 107,373 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 106,095 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 103,828 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 102,168 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 97,363 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 91,559 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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P598 RUW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P598 RUW, 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 P598 RUW registered?

P598 RUW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 1996.

Is P598 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P598 RUW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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