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P808 XGJ

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3606cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,026 mi
Last recorded72,026 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP808 XGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,606cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 72,026 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 69,272 miles

Windsreen Wiper arm on first actuation did stop during its sweep for a split second, however during extended test wiper arm work contiuously but slowed in stages in its sweep.This happen at time of this test it is a borderline pass

Pass 25 May 2013 66,840 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 63,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 63,813 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 27 May 2011 61,506 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 59,422 miles

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

Offside 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)

Fail 28 May 2010 59,422 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside 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)

Fail 6 Jun 2009 56,928 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 56,928 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 53,467 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 11 Oct 2006 47,994 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 37,801 miles

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

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

non obligatory mirror damaged

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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P808 XGJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,606cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P808 XGJ, 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 P808 XGJ?

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What year was P808 XGJ registered?

P808 XGJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is P808 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P808 XGJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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