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FL06 ZXB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,163 mi
Last recorded122,163 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL06 ZXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 122,163 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 110,974 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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)

exhaust is corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2016 110,974 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust is corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2015 93,769 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2014 74,578 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 65,172 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 65,172 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,249 miles

ESP light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2011 27,700 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 23,743 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 18,270 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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FL06 ZXB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 FL06 ZXB, 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 FL06 ZXB registered?

FL06 ZXB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is FL06 ZXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL06 ZXB 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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