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FD56 HCV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

223,376 mi
Last recorded223,376 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 HCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 223,376 miles

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

Under body trays fitted

Fail 26 Apr 2017 223,255 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Under body trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2016 209,100 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 120,152 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 118,421 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 27 Sep 2013 115,855 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 112,927 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 108,859 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 102,884 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Oct 2010 102,884 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 81,749 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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FD56 HCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HCV, 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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What year was FD56 HCV registered?

FD56 HCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is FD56 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 HCV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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