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P725 LNV

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

100,462 mi
Last recorded100,462 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP725 LNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 100,462 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 99,270 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 98,521 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 97,890 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 97,157 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 96,129 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 94,512 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 91,480 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 88,698 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 85,536 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 82,800 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 79,289 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 74,770 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 72,333 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 71,191 miles

exhaust rattle at rear mounting

n/s washer jet blocked

slight drag on o/s/r brake

slight play in o/s/f wheelbearing

Fail 16 Nov 2010 69,968 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 69,968 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 68,780 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 67,019 miles

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 6 Nov 2007 65,516 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 59,727 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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P725 LNV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P725 LNV, 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 P725 LNV?

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What year was P725 LNV registered?

P725 LNV is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is P725 LNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P725 LNV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P725 LNV have outstanding finance?

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