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P823 EON

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,055 mi
Last recorded116,055 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP823 EON
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 116,055 miles

both front wheel bearings have slight free play (may require adjustment

center stop light not working

offside rear tyre worn close to wearbars

rear differential has an excessive leak of oil

Pass 21 Nov 2015 111,355 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 111,355 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 106,507 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 101,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 101,460 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 100,050 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 100,050 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 97,751 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 93,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 93,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 91,271 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Nov 2008 85,245 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 80,302 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 76,184 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 69,713 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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P823 EON is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P823 EON, 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 P823 EON registered?

P823 EON is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is P823 EON safe to buy?

The MOT history for P823 EON shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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