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AV06 VLZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

149,814 mi
Last recorded149,814 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 VLZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 149,814 miles

Rear Lower Both rear lower stabiliser link joints worn

Fail 15 May 2019 149,814 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Both rear lower stabiliser link joints worn

Pass 30 May 2018 140,233 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

both rear anti roll bar links and bushes have play

front brakes low

near side rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 18 May 2017 132,194 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 121,064 miles

Rear Nail in offside rear tyre & both worn down to 2.5mm

Pass 20 May 2015 109,967 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 97,124 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 84,502 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 72,486 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 63,226 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 63,226 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 51,909 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 41,243 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 May 2009 41,189 miles

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

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)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AV06 VLZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV06 VLZ, 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.

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What year was AV06 VLZ registered?

AV06 VLZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is AV06 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 VLZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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