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FP56 YTS

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

155,130 mi
Last recorded155,130 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 YTS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 155,130 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 149,438 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 147,959 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear above fuel tank next to fuel filter (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 144,014 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 132,505 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 132,505 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 118,345 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2014 104,275 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 104,275 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 91,146 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 74,896 miles

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

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 29 Dec 2011 74,896 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 27 Oct 2010 57,984 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 44,080 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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FP56 YTS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FP56 YTS, 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 FP56 YTS registered?

FP56 YTS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is FP56 YTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 YTS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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