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P912 HBD

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,873 mi
Last recorded100,873 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 HBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 100,873 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs worn

Pass 19 Feb 2014 98,796 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 94,099 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 91,433 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 87,761 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 31 Jan 2011 87,757 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 Dec 2009 84,531 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 81,504 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 78,903 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2008 78,903 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2007 75,780 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 75,780 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2005 71,961 miles

o/s/f reaptor lens cover missing

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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P912 HBD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,295cc 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 P912 HBD, 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 P912 HBD registered?

P912 HBD is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is P912 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P912 HBD 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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