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BD56 XLH

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,959 mi
Last recorded128,959 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 XLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2019 128,959 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s main centre to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Lower winscreen has a stone chip but not effecting drivers view

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s outer edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Front registration plate cracked but not effecting view

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring full inspection

Pass 4 Jan 2019 118,151 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front registration plate slightly damaged

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Dec 2017 102,802 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2017 102,799 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 90,688 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 76,828 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 63,989 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 62,001 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 54,123 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2012 48,361 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2012 48,361 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 41,434 miles

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,650 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 29,668 miles

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

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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BD56 XLH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BD56 XLH, 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

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What year was BD56 XLH registered?

BD56 XLH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 December 2006.

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The MOT history for BD56 XLH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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