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P902 RBP

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,301 mi
Last recorded134,301 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP902 RBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 134,301 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 127,732 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 121,066 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 112,589 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight oil leak

Fail 12 Apr 2019 112,588 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2018 104,009 miles

Front Tyres Worn On Inner Edges

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

Oil leak ()

Oil leak Rear Diff ()

Pass 10 May 2017 97,711 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 95,627 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 88,164 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 88,163 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2014 82,607 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 77,265 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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P902 RBP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P902 RBP, 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.

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What year was P902 RBP registered?

P902 RBP is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P902 RBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P902 RBP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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