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P764 SWC

1996 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,870 mi
Last recorded89,870 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 320118,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP764 SWC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 89,870 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear bumper damaged

Pass 7 Nov 2013 83,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 75,054 miles

very slight oil leak from gearbox area.

Fail 5 Dec 2012 75,054 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

very slight oil leak from gearbox area.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 72,210 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 67,052 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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P764 SWC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 118,801 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P764 SWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P764 SWC registered?

P764 SWC is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P764 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P764 SWC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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