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P935 GJK

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

134,736 mi
Last recorded134,736 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP935 GJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 134,736 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 129,163 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 129,162 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded In clip (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2024 126,226 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides between threads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In clip (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 125,804 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Between threads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2022 125,804 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 124,096 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 124,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 123,672 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 123,672 miles

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 120,923 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 110,350 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INSIDE EDGES

Pass 18 Nov 2015 105,254 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 97,843 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 88,490 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 80,686 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 69,058 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 48,914 miles

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall is cut.

Fail 1 Oct 2009 48,914 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside rear tyre outer sidewall is cut.

Fail 29 Aug 2008 45,009 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 45,009 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 38,579 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 31,512 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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P935 GJK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P935 GJK, 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 GJK registered?

P935 GJK is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P935 GJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P935 GJK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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