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CA56 BCO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,175 mi
Last recorded98,175 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA56 BCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2022 98,175 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 98,091 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front discs backing plate corroded

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 93,616 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 88,131 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 88,127 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 85,848 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 68,100 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 62,154 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 54,809 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 52,531 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 42,818 miles

Approx 3mm of tread left on both rear tyres

Both front tyres wearing slightly on edges of tyres

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 31,905 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2010 31,905 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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CA56 BCO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CA56 BCO, 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 CA56 BCO registered?

CA56 BCO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is CA56 BCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA56 BCO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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