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P935 ADO

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

209,838 mi
Last recorded209,838 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP935 ADO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 209,838 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 209,831 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 196,733 miles

crack in screen

nearside rear tyre getting low and perished

offside rear brake back plate corroded

oil leaks on engine

rear undersills starting to rust

Pass 15 Jan 2011 186,234 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 181,773 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 177,613 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 170,687 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 156,028 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 142,254 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 142,254 miles

Brake servo excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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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P935 ADO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P935 ADO, 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 P935 ADO registered?

P935 ADO is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is P935 ADO safe to buy?

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