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P839 GMD

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Green Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

179,184 mi
Last recorded179,184 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 GMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2011 179,184 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 460,919 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 169,029 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 162,562 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 156,973 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 150,910 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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P839 GMD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P839 GMD, 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 P839 GMD registered?

P839 GMD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is P839 GMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P839 GMD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P839 GMD have outstanding finance?

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