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P621 MLM

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

81,563 mi
Last recorded81,563 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP621 MLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 81,563 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 81,563 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 78,635 miles

Nearside Front tyre in poor condition partly worn&slightly cracked

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

both rear tyres partly worn

Pass 17 Nov 2017 76,079 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 74,749 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 73,397 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 72,233 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 70,424 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 68,261 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 67,106 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 67,106 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 67,100 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 65,764 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 63,157 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 63,157 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 60,351 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 57,553 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 53,954 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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P621 MLM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P621 MLM, 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 P621 MLM registered?

P621 MLM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is P621 MLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P621 MLM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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