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FM56 UDO

2006 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,072 mi
Last recorded76,072 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 32090,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM56 UDO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 76,072 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 76,072 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 73,203 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 70,604 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Undertrays and covers fitted

Fail 26 Jun 2024 70,149 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four (1.1.11 (c))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Undertrays and covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2023 69,983 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & offside

Nearside front spot/fog light unit melted bulb holder

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

Offside front tyre splits & cracks outer edge

Suspension unit damaged but not to excess Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 68,323 miles

o/s front tyre slightly cracked

Pass 11 Oct 2021 64,435 miles

Front number plate deteriorated slightly

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

Rear brake pads worn, Less than 50 percent

Pass 8 Oct 2020 62,668 miles

Front & rear number plate deteriorated slightly

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 61,699 miles

both front brake pipes slightly corroded cleaned and greased

front and rear registration plates slightly deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2018 59,319 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 58,026 miles

both rear tyres worn close to leagal limits

small stone chip front screen zone a

Pass 21 Nov 2016 55,239 miles

both rear tyres worn close to leagal limits

Pass 10 Oct 2015 53,946 miles

n/s rear tyreslightly damaged on side wall

stone chip front screen zone A and B

Pass 8 Oct 2014 53,139 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 51,141 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 47,930 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre outer wall small cuts

Pass 7 Oct 2011 42,540 miles

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

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2011 42,537 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 35,848 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 30,271 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front number plate cracked but not insecure

rear number plate starting to seporate

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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FM56 UDO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM56 UDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM56 UDO?

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What year was FM56 UDO registered?

FM56 UDO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 3 October 2006.

Is FM56 UDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM56 UDO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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