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AF06 DTO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,671 mi
Last recorded72,671 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF06 DTO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 72,671 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 66,234 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 66,234 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 59,624 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 55,738 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 55,738 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 51,281 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 45,983 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 39,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 28,613 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 28,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AF06 DTO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 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 AF06 DTO, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF06 DTO?

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What year was AF06 DTO registered?

AF06 DTO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is AF06 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF06 DTO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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