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CY06 FCF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

90,539 mi
Last recorded90,539 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY06 FCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2023 90,539 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 90,537 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2022 70,663 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 70,663 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 69,731 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 68,658 miles

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

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

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Pass 13 Mar 2019 65,808 miles

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

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted unable to veiw all test items under vehicle

Pass 12 Mar 2018 58,426 miles

Rear coil spring corroded rusty (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 50,891 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 48,234 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,301 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 40,922 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 36,131 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 30,241 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,990 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 16 Jul 2010 17,161 miles

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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CY06 FCF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CY06 FCF, 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.

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What year was CY06 FCF registered?

CY06 FCF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 June 2006.

Is CY06 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY06 FCF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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