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RLZ 3318

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3606cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,516 mi
Last recorded86,516 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLZ 3318
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,606cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 86,516 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 86,501 miles

Centre Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 79,157 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 78,903 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 74,344 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 69,873 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 65,276 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

centre brake light has 2 bulbs not working

offside rear driveshaft rubber boot split

Pass 26 May 2009 121,492 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2008 117,516 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

o/s/f tyer worn

Pass 18 Sep 2007 110,258 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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RLZ 3318 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,606cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RLZ 3318, 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 RLZ 3318 registered?

RLZ 3318 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is RLZ 3318 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLZ 3318 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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