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FV06 DJF

2006 Mercedes-benz C 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,950 mi
Last recorded154,950 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C 32089,769 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 DJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 154,950 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 154,092 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 142,782 miles

EML WARNING

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 134,233 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in.

Offside Rear tyre has nail in.

Fail 1 Dec 2015 134,230 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint marked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside oil leak under car

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 109,805 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

engine oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2013 94,785 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 80,214 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2012 80,214 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 66,783 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 47,583 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 39,795 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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FV06 DJF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 89,769 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV06 DJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV06 DJF registered?

FV06 DJF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is FV06 DJF safe to buy?

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