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BG56 JFF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

216,706 mi
Last recorded216,706 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 JFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 216,706 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 216,403 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low both front (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 160,233 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 122,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 95,225 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 142,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre perished

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 28 Dec 2013 142,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre perished

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 2 Jan 2013 129,616 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 111,740 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 95,182 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 95,182 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 78,406 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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BG56 JFF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BG56 JFF, 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 BG56 JFF registered?

BG56 JFF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is BG56 JFF safe to buy?

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