MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,098 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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All rear suspension components corroded
All underbody has covers fitted
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
All rear suspension components corroded
All underbody has covers fitted
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also subframe corroded, rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Underside corrosion
Front Headlamp aim too high Nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Underside corrosion
Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
oil level very low
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
oil level very low
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Brake pedal anti slip complete but in poor conditon
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside front tyre low on inflation.
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nail in nearside front tyre
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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DU56 FPF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 DU56 FPF, 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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DU56 FPF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2006.
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