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CY06 WYB

2006 Mercedes-benz 280

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

149,236 mi
Last recorded149,236 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 28088,282 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY06 WYB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2016 149,236 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre sidewall damaged

engine management light on

Fail 20 Feb 2016 149,236 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear tyre sidewall damaged

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine management light on

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?

Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
5,905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,691
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,358
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,312
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,266
Headlamp aim too low 1,161
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CY06 WYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 280 in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 88,282 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 280 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CY06 WYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 280 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CY06 WYB registered?

CY06 WYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 31 August 2006.

Is CY06 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY06 WYB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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