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126 HFC

2006 Mercedes-benz S-class

Silver Diesel 3222cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,483 mi
Last recorded58,483 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class78,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration126 HFC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,222cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 58,483 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2012 49,963 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside indicator side repeater lens broken

Fail 12 Sep 2012 49,963 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside indicator side repeater lens broken

Pass 23 Sep 2011 42,051 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 33,702 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

vehicle fitted with under trays, not allowing a full inspection.

Fail 15 Sep 2010 33,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

vehicle fitted with under trays, not allowing a full inspection.

Pass 24 Sep 2009 25,135 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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126 HFC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class in Silver with a 3,222cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 78,001 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 S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 126 HFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 126 HFC registered?

126 HFC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is 126 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 126 HFC 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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