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TJI 9391

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,610 mi
Last recorded164,610 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJI 9391
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2013 164,610 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 155,627 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 149,595 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 144,371 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 139,169 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 132,636 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 126,091 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 119,396 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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TJI 9391 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TJI 9391, 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 TJI 9391 registered?

TJI 9391 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is TJI 9391 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJI 9391 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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