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FD06 XBC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,238 mi
Last recorded101,238 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD06 XBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 101,238 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 91,263 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 82,883 miles

slight wear nearside rear anti roll link

Pass 25 Jun 2014 73,201 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 62,872 miles

Corosion to both rear brake pipes to flexi

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

Wear to front & rear brake pads

Fail 5 Dec 2011 54,208 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

tinted front side windows

Pass 5 Dec 2011 54,208 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

tinted front side windows

Fail 8 Nov 2010 38,112 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 38,112 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 124,536 miles

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

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)

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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FD06 XBC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FD06 XBC, 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 FD06 XBC registered?

FD06 XBC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2006.

Is FD06 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD06 XBC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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