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P901 PLN

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,351 mi
Last recorded133,351 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP901 PLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2010 133,351 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 133,351 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 125,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 120,296 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 120,296 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 117,554 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 110,170 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 99,030 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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P901 PLN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P901 PLN, 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 P901 PLN?

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What year was P901 PLN registered?

P901 PLN is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P901 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P901 PLN shows 8 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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