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P721 FKR

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

84,220 mi
Last recorded84,220 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP721 FKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 84,220 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 83,475 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall 195/65 R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 82,980 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 81,785 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 81,785 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 80,957 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 80,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 80,172 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 78,897 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 78,897 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 77,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2013 75,914 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Fail 10 Apr 2013 75,914 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 26 Mar 2012 74,565 miles

Gearbox & Diff: oil leaks.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 72,648 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 70,837 miles

Advise.rear axle oil leak.rear brake pads low.

Pass 11 Sep 2008 70,384 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 67,348 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 64,112 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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P721 FKR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P721 FKR, 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 P721 FKR registered?

P721 FKR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P721 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P721 FKR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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