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BV56 WFX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

233,159 mi
Last recorded233,159 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 WFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 233,159 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2022 233,159 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 214,615 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 193,212 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2020 193,212 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 179,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 160,882 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 142,968 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 142,968 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 125,564 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 113,503 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 113,503 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 99,890 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 99,890 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 86,082 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 74,683 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 50,490 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 38,092 miles

both front brake discs lipped slightly

offside front fog light lens cracked

offside front tyre on 2mm of tread andis wearing on outeredge

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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BV56 WFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BV56 WFX, 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 BV56 WFX registered?

BV56 WFX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is BV56 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 WFX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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