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P676 GOX

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

64,285 mi
Last recorded64,285 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP676 GOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 64,285 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 62,058 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 61,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 59,455 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 56,748 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 53,963 miles

wiper parking in the middle of the screen

Fail 11 Mar 2016 53,963 miles

Brake pedal pad not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres cracking

wiper parking in the middle of the screen

Fail 5 Mar 2016 53,897 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' wiper (8.3.1b)

All tyres perished and cracking

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 49,821 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 46,369 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 43,973 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 41,649 miles

slight play at NSF wheel bearing

Pass 6 Apr 2011 38,609 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 38,275 miles

trim above rear No plate loose

Fail 27 Oct 2009 38,275 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

trim above rear No plate loose

Pass 4 Nov 2008 37,267 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 34,951 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 32,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2005 30,763 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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P676 GOX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P676 GOX, 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 P676 GOX?

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What year was P676 GOX registered?

P676 GOX is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 December 1996.

Is P676 GOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P676 GOX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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