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DG56 YWZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

144,078 mi
Last recorded144,078 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 YWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 144,078 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 144,076 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2017 143,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 11 May 2016 131,513 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 119,485 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 111,899 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 73,596 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 102,105 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 102,105 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 92,226 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 92,226 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2013 78,119 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 67,188 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 53,966 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 14 Mar 2012 46,124 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,693 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 30,104 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 22,131 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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DG56 YWZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 DG56 YWZ, 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

How do I check the history of DG56 YWZ?

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What year was DG56 YWZ registered?

DG56 YWZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is DG56 YWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 YWZ 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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