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P76 CFR

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

139,859 mi
Last recorded139,859 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP76 CFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 139,859 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 136,942 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 133,477 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 126,418 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 118,459 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 109,219 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 102,910 miles

front numberplate faded

Fail 4 Aug 2008 102,865 miles

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

front numberplate faded

Pass 30 Jul 2007 95,116 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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P76 CFR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P76 CFR, 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 P76 CFR?

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What year was P76 CFR registered?

P76 CFR is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P76 CFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P76 CFR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P76 CFR have outstanding finance?

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