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BF56 GZH

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,403 mi
Last recorded152,403 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 GZH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 152,403 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 125,611 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 125,611 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2018 110,024 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 110,024 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 97,348 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 84,717 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 82,921 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 73,059 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 73,059 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 63,850 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 59,269 miles

Both front tyres worn on outside edges

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 48,876 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 38,561 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 32,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 32,995 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 GZH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GZH, 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 BF56 GZH registered?

BF56 GZH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is BF56 GZH safe to buy?

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