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BN56 ZGJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,249 mi
Last recorded159,249 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 ZGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 159,249 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)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 157,534 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 137,138 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 120,326 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 110,661 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2012 110,661 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 106,781 miles

n/s handbrake effort weak

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Fail 12 Nov 2011 106,781 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s handbrake effort weak

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Sep 2010 89,516 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 68,419 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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BN56 ZGJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BN56 ZGJ, 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 BN56 ZGJ registered?

BN56 ZGJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is BN56 ZGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN56 ZGJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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