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P949 LSM

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,641 mi
Last recorded157,641 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP949 LSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 157,641 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 May 2017 151,953 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 146,236 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 146,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 141,436 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 136,022 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 130,716 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 126,178 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 May 2011 122,292 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 117,819 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 113,511 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 107,265 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 102,792 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 98,619 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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P949 LSM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P949 LSM, 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 P949 LSM registered?

P949 LSM is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is P949 LSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P949 LSM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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