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BD06 CEN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

150,850 mi
Last recorded150,850 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD06 CEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 150,850 miles

both rear tyre valves slightly perished

some corrosion on brake pipes to rear flexi hoses

some/slight movement in front wheel bearings

offside rear tyre at 2mm(0.4mm useable tread) across central 3/4 of tread area and has nail in tread area

Fail 17 Aug 2017 150,850 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

both rear tyre valves slightly perished

centre exhaust hanger broken

some corrosion on brake pipes to rear flexi hoses

some/slight movement in front wheel bearings

offside rear tyre at 2mm(0.4mm useable tread) across central 3/4 of tread area and has nail in tread area

Pass 6 Aug 2016 129,149 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 129,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 113,653 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 98,546 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 83,822 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 62,649 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 47,621 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 39,871 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 29,700 miles

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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BD06 CEN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD06 CEN, 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 BD06 CEN registered?

BD06 CEN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2006.

Is BD06 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD06 CEN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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