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BG56 UZC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,275 mi
Last recorded64,275 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2011
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 UZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2011 64,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Oct 2011 64,275 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 51,190 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 51,190 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 45,106 miles

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

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 UZC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BG56 UZC, 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 BG56 UZC?

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What year was BG56 UZC registered?

BG56 UZC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is BG56 UZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 UZC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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