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FM06 DVN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,686 mi
Last recorded152,686 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 DVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2026 152,686 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 149,114 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 144,034 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 140,553 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 136,594 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 131,673 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 127,350 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 127,347 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 123,280 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 123,280 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 119,109 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 115,320 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Sep 2017 115,320 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 110,652 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 104,490 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 98,578 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 93,090 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 93,088 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 90,059 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 83,760 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 79,170 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 72,630 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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FM06 DVN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 FM06 DVN, 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 FM06 DVN registered?

FM06 DVN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 June 2006.

Is FM06 DVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 DVN shows 22 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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