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BJ56 NKW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

205,008 mi
Last recorded205,008 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 NKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 205,008 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers & shields fitted

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2018 185,147 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pipes corroded

covers & shields fitted

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 13 Mar 2018 185,147 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pipes corroded

covers & shields fitted

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2017 106,178 miles

gearbox oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2016 94,810 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 94,810 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 76,379 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 61,299 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Dec 2012 40,261 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 39,508 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2012 38,796 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Oct 2011 32,245 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 26,566 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 20,085 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 20,085 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (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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BJ56 NKW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BJ56 NKW, 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 BJ56 NKW registered?

BJ56 NKW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 October 2006.

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