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C20 HOL

1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2874cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

183,680 mi
Last recorded183,680 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2012
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter189,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 HOL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,874cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2012 183,680 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Oct 2012 183,680 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 169,349 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 158,185 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 147,678 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 136,895 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2007 134,474 miles

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

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

Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside front tyre showing signs of cracking in tread pattern

Pass 3 Jul 2006 132,927 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

o/s/f tyre cracking in tread pattern ( no cords exposed )

Fail 30 Jun 2006 132,914 miles

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

Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre showing signs of cracking in tread

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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C20 HOL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,874cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 189,053 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C20 HOL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C20 HOL registered?

C20 HOL is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is C20 HOL safe to buy?

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