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FD56 AVV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

125,248 mi
Last recorded125,248 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 AVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 125,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 119,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 115,675 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 115,588 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 111,635 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 106,857 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 104,946 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 101,853 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 96,132 miles

Offside Front tyre edge worn

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 85,477 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 74,485 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Nov 2012 63,374 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 50,825 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 39,090 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 30,382 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)

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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FD56 AVV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FD56 AVV, 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 FD56 AVV registered?

FD56 AVV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is FD56 AVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 AVV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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