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BN06 PFF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,261 mi
Last recorded120,261 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 PFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 120,261 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear wheels hard to turn

exhaust corroding

Fail 28 Sep 2016 120,261 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear wheels hard to turn

exhaust corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2014 102,586 miles

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

engine management light is on

Fail 17 Jun 2014 102,586 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine management light is on

Pass 13 Jun 2013 86,816 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jun 2013 86,816 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Inner Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Outer Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2012 67,008 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 45,104 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 44,254 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 31,008 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 19,075 miles

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

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

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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BN06 PFF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN06 PFF, 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 BN06 PFF registered?

BN06 PFF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is BN06 PFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 PFF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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