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BG55 TDV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,590 mi
Last recorded42,590 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 TDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 42,590 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 37,417 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jul 2024 33,377 miles

undertray fitted obscuring some components

Fail 20 Jul 2024 33,377 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Jul 2023 28,324 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 24,515 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 17,255 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 16,875 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 15,746 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 13,369 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 12,130 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 11,467 miles

engine and chassis covers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2015 11,164 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 10,167 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 9,907 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 9,096 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 8,214 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 7,182 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 5,609 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 5,609 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (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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BG55 TDV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BG55 TDV, 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 BG55 TDV registered?

BG55 TDV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is BG55 TDV safe to buy?

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