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BF56 EOO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,399 mi
Last recorded157,399 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 EOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 157,399 miles

Coil spring corroded Front coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe, general underbody corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2025 142,453 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 134,268 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 126,819 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

n/s/f and o/s/f lower wishbone bush has slight cracking

Pass 15 Oct 2021 124,864 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 119,821 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 107,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from rear of engine/sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 107,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose door mirror loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak from rear of engine/sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 96,367 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 96,367 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 89,798 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 89,798 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 82,399 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 74,867 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 65,292 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 56,347 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2012 39,730 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 39,729 miles

Offside Outer Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 23,464 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 20,954 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 14,706 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 12,311 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 EOO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 BF56 EOO, 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 BF56 EOO registered?

BF56 EOO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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