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BF56 GYC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,653 mi
Last recorded89,653 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2018 89,653 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 83,370 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 82,965 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 74,606 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 67,766 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 60,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 54,134 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 45,195 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 38,115 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 28,545 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 28,545 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 GYC 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 90.9%.

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 GYC, 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 GYC?

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What year was BF56 GYC registered?

BF56 GYC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is BF56 GYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF56 GYC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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