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UXI 4727

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

146,903 mi
Last recorded146,903 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXI 4727
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2008 146,903 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 146,903 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 20 May 2006 135,768 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 135,280 miles

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

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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UXI 4727 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXI 4727, 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

How do I check the history of UXI 4727?

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What year was UXI 4727 registered?

UXI 4727 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is UXI 4727 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXI 4727 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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