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3453 UG

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,893 mi
Last recorded145,893 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3453 UG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2013 145,893 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 145,893 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 135,262 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 130,237 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 130,237 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 125,816 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 122,121 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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3453 UG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 3453 UG, 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 3453 UG?

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What year was 3453 UG registered?

3453 UG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is 3453 UG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3453 UG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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