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BF56 GZJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

198,241 mi
Last recorded198,241 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 GZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 198,241 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 198,241 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 191,278 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 182,829 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 171,876 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both rear (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 9 Oct 2014 162,406 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 162,406 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2013 144,810 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pedal anti slip rubber getting worn

Pass 19 Oct 2012 122,161 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 97,168 miles

accident damage to o/s/f wing

Fail 17 Oct 2011 97,168 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

accident damage to o/s/f wing

Pass 22 Jan 2011 77,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 Jan 2011 77,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Oct 2009 54,424 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 GZJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GZJ, 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 GZJ registered?

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

Is BF56 GZJ safe to buy?

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