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P737 SHK

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

134,126 mi
Last recorded134,126 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP737 SHK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 134,126 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 133,294 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 133,294 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 132,181 miles

body corrosion

track rod end gators worn

Pass 7 Jul 2017 130,151 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 126,878 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 122,929 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front tyres wearing outer edges

engine oil leak

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 119,250 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 116,648 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 112,965 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 108,179 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 103,806 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 98,436 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 91,945 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 85,990 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 79,027 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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P737 SHK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P737 SHK, 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.

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What year was P737 SHK registered?

P737 SHK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P737 SHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P737 SHK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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