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P758 HBD

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

151,543 mi
Last recorded151,543 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP758 HBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 151,543 miles

crack in screen

slight leak on exhaust

slight wear nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 16 Oct 2015 140,609 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 127,721 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 118,130 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 117,954 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 108,450 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 97,614 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 87,288 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 73,524 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 61,663 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 50,550 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 50,550 miles

Nearside 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)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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P758 HBD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P758 HBD, 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 P758 HBD registered?

P758 HBD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 1996.

Is P758 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P758 HBD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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