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BF56 EEB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,652 mi
Last recorded67,652 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 EEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 67,652 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 65,380 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 63,228 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2023 60,609 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 May 2023 60,609 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 57,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 55,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undershields fitted

Pass 23 May 2019 54,481 miles

under shields fitted

Pass 29 May 2018 53,282 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 52,073 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 50,578 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 50,578 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2015 48,224 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 42,955 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 36,352 miles

O/S/F TYRE HAS SLIGHT BULGE ON INSIDE WALL.

Pass 17 Mar 2011 33,269 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 28,094 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 24,251 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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BF56 EEB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BF56 EEB, 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 BF56 EEB?

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What year was BF56 EEB registered?

BF56 EEB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is BF56 EEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF56 EEB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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