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P631 STW

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,406 mi
Last recorded90,406 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP631 STW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2013 90,406 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 78,679 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 72,218 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 17 Nov 2010 72,218 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 67,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 67,124 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 60,296 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 53,266 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 45,277 miles

advise - slight play to both front lower swivel joints

Fail 23 Nov 2006 45,277 miles

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

advise - slight play to both front lower swivel joints

Pass 28 Nov 2005 37,936 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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P631 STW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P631 STW, 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

How do I check the history of P631 STW?

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What year was P631 STW registered?

P631 STW is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 October 1996.

Is P631 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P631 STW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P631 STW have outstanding finance?

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