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P599 OUY

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,483 mi
Last recorded67,483 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP599 OUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 67,483 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 63,854 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 58,313 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 53,582 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 42,283 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 41,953 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 38,898 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 38,818 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2010 38,818 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 36,672 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 35,902 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 35,901 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 35,056 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 35,056 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 33,748 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 22 Aug 2005 32,319 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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P599 OUY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc 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 P599 OUY, 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 P599 OUY registered?

P599 OUY is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 August 1996.

Is P599 OUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P599 OUY 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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